Las Vegas - Gold Medal

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January 16 – March 17
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January 16 - March 17
TRAVEL AGENT INFORMATION To check availability, book or for more
information call the expert travel team at Gold Medal 0800 014 7777
Part of the Gold Medal Travel Group
The Trident Centre
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Live life
in colour...
The world is waiting; full of sights,
sounds, colour and life.
Travel with us to a truly remarkable
and magical part of the world,
full of dramatic contrasts. From
thriving cities and cultural
explorations, to vast open plains
and spectacular beaches.
The world is yours to discover,
and the journey starts here.
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Welcome...
to Las Vegas,
California &
the West
We know the world...
Live, laugh & love in Las Vegas
At Gold Medal we’ve been supplying
scheduled flights, hotels, car hire, tours and
excursions for over 40 years. We like to
think we have learned something in that
time, and we use this knowledge to
carefully select the best range to offer
you in each of our destinations.
Las Vegas is well known for its bright lights,
glitz, glamour, top cabaret, nightclubs
and celebrity shows and of course, the
mega-hotels and casinos; but within this
brochure you’ll discover ways to see so
much more of what lies beyond ‘The Strip’.
And love to travel…
Our USA Destination Experts highly
recommend the excitement of Las Vegas.
There is a huge variety of hotels and
entertainment along ‘The Strip’ and taking
in the enormity of the Grand Canyon by
helicopter is an incredible experience you'll
never forget. This amazing destination may
as well be named ‘the city that never
sleeps’, as there is always something to
do… no matter what the time.
This year we've also included a host of
destinations enabling you to see miles more
of the USA. Arizona, Utah, The Grand
Canyon, California and Hawaii are perfect
additions to your Las Vegas holiday... you
can hire a car, rent a motorhome, join an
escorted tour, or simply hop on a flight to
your chosen second stop. Head to page
46 for our top suggestions.
When to travel
l Complimentary WiFi
Hotels or resorts offering complimentary WiFi
anywhere on its grounds*, will carry this icon.
*this could be in public areas only, and is subject to availability
l Family friendly
If children are more than just welcome,
in fact there are facilities specifically for
children e.g. kids’ club, children’s pool,
children’s play area and children’s dining
options, you’ll see this icon on the page.
l Adult only
For grown up hotels and resorts, look out
for this icon – it means all guests will be
aged 16 or over.
As you would expect from a desert
location, the weather in Las Vegas is
generally hot and dry year round with
very little rainfall. The hottest months
are June, July and August with
temperatures in the top 30°Cs to low
40°Cs and the humidity is quite high.
The most pleasant time of year to visit
is generally in spring when
temperatures and humidity are more
comfortable. For a full climate guide,
please see page 77.
Great value guaranteed
Complete peace of mind
Your holiday, your way
Getting a good deal doesn’t mean
choosing the cheapest option – high
standards, quality and value come hand
in hand when your travel agent books
your trip with Gold Medal. With access
to thousands of fares and routes from
over 135 airlines, and special rates at
over 40,000 hotels around the world, we
work hard so you can enjoy a holiday to
remember at a price you’ll love.
When your travel agent books your trip
with Gold Medal you can be assured
that you are fully protected. All the
flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure
are financially protected by the ATOL
scheme, and when you pay for your
holiday you will be issued with an ATOL
certificate. Please check to ensure that
all elements of your holiday (flights,
hotels and other services) are listed.
From simple breaks to complex
multi-centre itineraries; our knowledge
and experience means we can create
your holiday, your way. We specialise
in tailor-made holidays which combine
scheduled flights, hotels, car hire, tours
and excursions – take your pick, and,
working with your travel agent we take
care of the rest.
Our ATOL number is 2916. Please see our booking
conditions for further information or for more information
about financial protection and the ATOL certificate,
visit: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLcertificate
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To help you identify the right hotel or
resort, we’ve included a few handy
pointers, look out for;
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Contents
CANADA
Get to know Las Vegas,
6-7
Airline options
8-9
Car hire
10
Motorhomes
11
Las Vegas
12 onwards
Las Vegas experiences & tours 16-17
San Francisco
Salt Lake City
LAS VEGAS
Los Angeles
San Diego
UTAH
Grand Canyon
National Park
UNITED STATES
OF AMERICA
Palm Springs
ARIZONA
Phoenix
MEXICO
GULF OF MEXICO
Multi-centre holidays
18-21
Las Vegas shows
22-23
Las Vegas weddings
23
Las Vegas hotels
24-45
See miles more –
46 onwards
Arizona, Utah &
The Grand Canyon
48-55
Northern California
56-63
Southern California
64-71
Hawaii
72-75
Information
PACIFIC OCEAN
HAWAII
Assistance for reduced
mobility travellers
Oh, and we’re
award-winning
We have a dedicated team of
knowledgeable and experienced
staff who can help plan a trip for
those customers with reduced mobility.
This includes advice on suitable
accommodation, accessible transfers
and making special requests to an
airline. Please ask your travel agent
for more details.
2015
2014
2013
2013
2012
Essential information
76-77
Climate chart
77
Booking conditions
78-79
Best Consolidator
Globe Travel Awards
Tour Operator of the Year
TTG Travel Awards
Best Consolidator
Globe Travel Awards
Best Consolidator
Globe Travel Awards
Best Long-Haul Tour Operator
Globe Travel Awards
Best Consolidator
Globe Travel Awards
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Las Vegas, California & the West
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Where worlds collide
When you think of glitz and glamour, and
of music and lights, Las Vegas is usually
right there in your mind’s eye. And this
small yet mighty city right in the centre of
the Nevada desert is all those things and
more. But it does have a more sensitive
side, and if you step a little outside of the
main Strip, looking towards the horizon
across the vast, sweeping plains, you’ll
discover that Las Vegas and the area
around it has a lot more to offer than it
would first seem. Extend your Las Vegas
adventure with a trip across California, the
beautiful states of Arizona and Utah, or the
islands of Hawaii. Come with us on the
American adventure of a lifetime!
Arizona
California
Utah
Bright lights, big city
World-renowned for its casinos and gambling, Vegas is the perfect place if you
fancy a flutter. With more than 76 casinos set deep inside the labyrinth of
magnificent hotels which stretch up and down the famous Strip, visitors can take
their pick and choose their preferred location before placing a bet. The themed
hotels – which are more like vast resorts than simple hotels – are worth a
wander through if you have some spare time, to take in the opulent décor and
fabulous restaurants and bars. Choose a cocktail from one of the many
lounges, pick a good spot and indulge in a little people watching. Don’t forget
to take a stroll through The Venetian hotel, with its very own indoor waterway
complete with gondolas and a replica of Venice’s famous Rialto Bridge.
Natural appeal
Las Vegas has more than 300 days of sunshine a year and the
average temperature is 80.7°. On the outskirts of town is Lake Mead,
with 500 miles of shoreline, the perfect place to get away from the
Strip. For winter visitors, the ski resort of Mount Charleston is just
45 minutes from the Strip; how about some snow play and après-ski
before returning to your Vegas hotel for the night?
Did you know?
l A 1910 law made it illegal to gamble in Las Vegas. The Nevada
Legislature later approved a legalised gambling bill in 1931
l The iconic ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ sign was created in 1959
by Betty Willis
l Where can you seek staggeringly steep rollercoaster rides at
the top of a hotel? Where else but Las Vegas? Head to the 108th
floor of the Stratosphere Casino, Hotel and Tower, 1,149 feet
above the ground, to find out more!
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Made famous in the movie Ocean’s
Eleven, the fountains at Bellagio are best
viewed at night, from the sidewalk across
the lake at the front of the hotel. Check
out show timings and be amazed by the
balletic and precise movement of the
water, in a show choreographed to
perfection – this is Vegas after all! Lights,
action, fountains and music wrapped up
in one free sidewalk show is a perfect
addition to any trip here.
Las Vegas, California & the West
Fountain fantastic
Reach new heights
Those with a fear of heights beware, as Hoover Dam, which is located around
35 miles south of Las Vegas near Boulder City, is the highest concrete dam in
the Western Hemisphere, standing at more than 725 feet above the
Colorado River. If you choose to view the Dam from the footbridge above,
you will reach a cool 900ft above the river. It’s a magnificent spectacle of
modern innovation and engineering and if you’re visiting Vegas, is well worth
planning a trip to see it. Visitors can park up and manage their own tour, using
the informative boards on the ascent up to the bridge.
Fascinating fact
l Visitors to Hoover Dam can cross states, from Nevada to Arizona, whilst
walking across the bridge above the dam – it’s marked with a plaque for that
perfect photo opportunity
Grand expectations
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is without doubt, one of
the most magnificent, breathtaking and awe-inspiring
natural wonders of the world. This UNESCO World
Heritage Site is more than 277 miles long and a mile
deep from rim to river, at its highest point. As visitors turn
the corner for the first time at the South Rim and the vast,
golden red expanse of the canyon comes into view,
they stop in their tracks in awe and wonder. Many
choose to gather for peaceful sunsets and chilly sunrises
which are majestic and well worth witnessing at least
once in a lifetime.
Driving from Las Vegas to the South Rim takes around four hours and it’s a straightforward journey, taking in the stunning mountain ranges
along the way. Helicopter flights or coach trips direct from central Las Vegas can also be a great way to see the Grand Canyon, so be sure
to check out the details in case these are your preferred mode of transport.
Living island life
Extend your Las Vegas holiday with a trip to the islands
of Hawaii – Maui, Kauai, Big Island or Oahu – there’s
no place on earth like it. Home to one of the world's most
active volcanoes and the world's tallest sea mountain,
Hawaii is the birthplace of modern surfing, the hula and
Hawaii Regional Cuisine. But perhaps Hawaii's most
unique feature is its aloha spirit – the warmth of Hawaii's
people that wonderfully complements the Islands' perfect
temperatures. If you're looking for a beach break to twin
with your Vegas excitement, this is the place to be.
Loving California
From the sun-kissed beaches of the Pacific Coast to the towering
forests of the National Parks, what’s not to love about California?
The Golden State isn’t short of things to do – visit the expanse of
vineyards in the Napa Valley, hike the mountains of Yosemite
National Park, cross the Golden Gate Bridge or journey to the
infamous Alcatraz in San Fransisco, or head to Los Angeles for
beautiful people, beautiful beaches and action-packed theme
parks. The plains of California offer a fantastic addition to Las
Vegas, by road or air.
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Las Vegas, California & the West Airlines
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Airline options:
A flying start
Start as you mean to go on. Begin your holiday
by flying with the world’s leading airlines and
enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
British Airways
British Airways is the UK’s largest
international scheduled airline, flying
to over 550 destinations at
convenient times, to the best located
airports. Whether customers are
in the air or on the ground,
British Airways takes pride in
providing a full service experience.
Club World
World Traveller
l When you fly World Traveller, you can
relax in the knowledge that everything will
be taken care of, allowing you to simply sit
back and enjoy what’s on offer
l Your ergonomically designed seat comes
with lumbar support, headrest and recline
l Complimentary bar service throughout
your flight as well as tasty meals
l A USB port and an RCA port allow you
to use personal electronic devices with the
in-flight entertainment system
World Traveller Plus
l For an affordable premium, enjoy the
luxury of more personal space than
World Traveller with an additional seven
inches legroom and a wider seat
l Make yourself comfortable with
adjustable head, foot and legrest, helping
you arrive in good shape at your destination
l Relax and take advantage of the quieter,
stress-free surroundings of the smaller and more
private cabin with a maximum of six rows
l Enjoy a complimentary three-course
meal with a choice of entrée from the
Club World menu
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l Two USB ports and an RCA port allow
you to use personal electronic devices with
the in-flight entertainment system
Club World
l Choosing Club World means travelling in
comfort and freedom. Dedicated departure
lounges and Elemis Travel Spa* are
designed to give you choice before your
flight, whether you wish to relax, dine or be
pampered
l The Club World seats give you your own
space and time to do what you want, when
you want. Bigger, wider and more
comfortable than ever, you can guarantee
complete comfort in any position
l The very best in local and international
cuisine is served, along with a dedicated
wine cellar
l But if you are still peckish you are free to
help yourself to healthy snacks and tasty
treats from the Club Kitchen
*Available at selected airports.
Online Check-in and Check-in kiosks
l Start your journey from the comfort of your
own home, office or hotel by checking in
online from 24 hours before your flight departs
and minimise the queues at the airport
l You can select your preferred seat and print
your boarding pass, all on your home PC
l If you don’t have online access you can
still save time by using a Check-in kiosk* at
the airport, giving you the same seating and
boarding pass options as Online Check-in
l Afterwards, maximise your free time by
leaving your baggage at a Bag Drop**,
allowing you to shop, dine or relax as you
choose before boarding your flight
l Check-in from 24 hours up to one hour
before departure
* Available on selected routes. ** Available at selected airports.
Audio Visual On-Demand (AVOD)
l Currently being rolled out across all longhaul routes*, AVOD gives you over 200
film, TV, music and games** options, all
available on-demand so that you can watch
what you want, when you want
* Not available on aircraft fitted with a 12 channel in-flight entertainment
system. ** Games are not available in World Traveller.
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Airlines Las Vegas, California & the West
Virgin Atlantic
For over 30 years, Virgin Atlantic has
been the longhaul airline for people
who want flying to be a thrill. Every
year, it flies over six million of those
people to top business and leisure
destinations around the world.
Step onboard and you’ll experience
a unique spirit and sense of
adventure brought to you through
friendly, intuitive service. Along with
plenty of innovative touches that
make your journey feel really
special. So whether you’re travelling
for work or pleasure, with Virgin
Atlantic your journey’s a springboard
to grab life and ‘let it fly.’
Upper Class – Effortless travel,
your way
l Enjoy the effortless comfort of
complimentary chauffeur driven car*
transfers to and from the airport
l At London Heathrow, breeze through the
Private Security Channel within the Upper
Class Wing
l Take time out in the incredible
Clubhouse** and choose from the varied
food and fine wine menu
l Onboard, relax or socialise at the Upper
Class bar, it’s your choice
l Stretch out in your super comfortable
Upper Class suite
l Stay connected with inseat laptop power
and onboard WiFi***
l Finish off your imaginatively designed
meal with cheese and port
l Enjoy a great night’s sleep in your
spacious, fully flat bed
l On landing in the morning at London
Heathrow, get ready to take the day on at
the welcoming Revivals† lounge
Premium Economy – Your time,
your space
l Speed through the airport thanks to
special priority check in and boarding
l Relax preflight with a glass of welcome
bubbly and newspaper in the dedicated
cabin
l Recline on your wide leather seat with
headrest, footrest and 38inch (over 96cm)
seat pitch
l Enjoy your choice of three delicious main
dishes, upgraded with china crockery, cutlery
and linen
l Finish your meal with an after dinner
liqueur
l Snooze or freshen up on night flights with
your Relax Pack
l Stay connected with inseat power and
onboard WiFi*
l Help yourself to tempting snacks and soft
drinks whenever you like
Economy – More to make your
journey fly
l Relax onboard in your comfy seat with
31inch (over 78cm) seat pitch. Or buy even
more space with an Extra Legroom or Exit
Row seat
l Choose from three tasty meals, plus
complimentary drinks and snacks throughout
l Settle in with the latest and greatest award
winning entertainment
l Stay connected with onboard WiFi**
l Know the kids are looked after with
special movies, meals and activity books
l On night flights, freshen up with your Relax
Pack, sip a soothing hot chocolate and take
a snooze
l Enjoy the intuitive, personal service
throughout
**Available on selected flights for a fee
*Available on selected flights for a fee
*Chauffeur driven car service available at most destinations with selected
Upper Class fares (J, C, D & I class). Mileage restrictions apply. **Lounge
facilities vary at each destination. ***Available on selected flights for a fee.
† Open daily 5.00am-1.30pm
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Las Vegas, California & the West Car hire
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Hotel Name
Car hire
Hiring a car in Las Vegas gives you the freedom to see everything this
fabulous city has to offer. Cruise down the dazzling Las Vegas Strip
lined with endless hotels, casinos and shopping malls or explore the
nearby Hoover Dam and Lake Mead? But don’t stop here…take
advantage of the free one-ways between airport locations in Nevada,
California and Arizona and explore America’s West Coast*.
So you can enjoy complete peace of mind on the road,
Gold Medal promotes only fully inclusive car rental rates to
give you the very best value for money.
Top reasons to book car hire with Alamo:
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Fully inclusive rates with
ZERO excess
FREE one-way rentals from all
airport locations within and
between Nevada, California
and Arizona*
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Additional package upgrades
available to include fuel,
additional drivers and sat nav
Unlimited mileage
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Select the make, model and
colour of the car you like from
your pre-booked category in
Alamo’s ‘Choice Location’ at
Las Vegas Airport
Check in online at
alamosavetime.com and save
time at the counter
Youngest and largest fleet
in the industry, giving
fantastic choice
Driving licence
You must present
a full and valid
driving licence in
order to hire a car.
DVLA share code
is required. Faxed
or photocopied
licences will not be
accepted.
Deposits
You will need to provide a
security deposit on a either a
credit or debit card in the lead
drivers name. A deposit of $1
will be ring-fenced on a credit
card. Debit cards deposits are
accepted at most depots, to the
amount of $25 per day or
$100 per week. Please ask at
time of booking.
*Please refer to rental conditions for free one way exceptions.
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Great rates on all vehicle
types, for all durations and
destinations
Additional drivers
Additional drivers are charged at $10
plus tax per day, and are paid for when
collecting the vehicle. All additional
drivers must present a full and valid
driving licence. If you choose to
upgrade to the Gold Package when
booking your car, up to three additional
drivers are included in the price. In
California, four free additional drivers
are allowed as standard.
Fuel policy
Cars will be provided with a
full tank of fuel and must be
returned with a full tank of
fuel. At time of booking, you
also have the option to
upgrade Alamo’s Gold
Package which includes a full
tank of fuel so you can return
the car empty.
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Motorhomes
Touring by motorhome is fun, family friendly
and great value. Plan your own road trip,
choosing exactly where you go without
worrying about the cost of hotels and where to
dine. Travel the roads in comfort with our
trusted partners Cruise America and El Monte.
Motorhomes Las Vegas, California & the West
Arizona
Enjoy the freedom of the open road and follow your spirit of adventure on a
unique family holiday experience. As crockery, cutlery, towels and bedding can
be reserved in advance from Cruise America and El Monte, you can travel light
and still enjoy all the comforts of home. Pick up and drop off arrangements are as
flexible as they can be. Depart from a rental centre near to your entry point, drive
across the country and drop off your motorhome to fly home from another airport.
Whatever suits you best – with a motorhome, every day is independence day.
Suggested itineraries
Hiring a motorhome means you can
explore the vast terrain of Las Vegas and
beyond at your own pace. Within this
brochure we have provided you with
some suggested itineraries… see pages
53, 61 and 69. These itineraries do not
include campgrounds which must be
booked independently.
C19 Compact
2-3 passengers
What’s included
Full peace of mind insurance cover
including Supplemental Liability Cover of
$1m (USA only). Trip reimbursement cover
in case of 12hr+ mechanical failure,
Collision Damage Waiver, Third Party
Liability Insurance, 24-hour travel hotline
assistance, local tax on pre-paid prices.
Important general information
Minimum rental is seven days. After a long
haul flight it is mandatory to take one night’s
hotel accommodation before picking-up
your vehicle. Motorhome pick-up time is
between 1pm and 4pm. Drop-off is
between 9am and 11am. All rental stations
are closed on Sundays and public holidays.
You must call on the morning of pick up to
find out when your vehicle is available. If
you would like to collect earlier in the day
and return later, this can be arranged by
purchase of the ‘Early Bird Supplement’
which also includes return transfers.
C25 Standard
Up to 5 passengers
30 Large
Up to 7 passengers
Prices do not include local taxes, these are payable on pick-up, on any local options you
choose.
Mileage: Purchasing your mileage at the time of booking is cheaper than paying for it
locally. You can pre-pay for 500 mile blocks from £105 per block. Alternatively if you
are planning to do a lot of miles opt for the Unlimited Mileage option from £589 for 21
days rental, extra days are charged at £22 per day.
Flexible pricing
The Flex Plan offers several possible daily
prices for all vehicles. Flex pricing is based
purely on vehicle availability and takes
no account of seasons, so if more vehicles
are available when you book, the price
will be lower. It follows that some cities
may be cheaper than others in the same
area. This system is designed to give you
the best possible price at the time of
booking: prices may vary from as little as
£16-£245 per motorhome per day.
Insurance
Third Party Liability increases to
$1,000,000 and will also include limited
Personal Accident and Personal Property
insurance cover, plus coverage for
expenses incurred for lodging and
alternative transportation in the event of
mechanical breakdown for more than
twelve hours. A $1,000 per occurrence
excess applies and insurance is invalid if
the vehicle is operated in contravention of
the rental contract signed at departure.
Motorhome features
All motorhomes feature bathroom facilities
with shower, hot water and flush WC.
Fully equipped kitchen with fridge, hob,
oven or microwave. Air-conditioning,
AM/FM Radio, power steering, automatic
transmission and power brakes.
Campgrounds, travel ideas and KOA
There are approx 16,000 campgrounds
in North America. To view them all go to
www.woodalls.com. To book National
Park campgrounds go to
www.recreation.gov, for KOA full service
campgrounds go to www.koa.com.
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The Palazzo
The Venetian
The Mirage
Caesars Palace
Bellagio
Vdara
ARIA
Monte Carlo
New York
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Excalibur
Luxor
Encore at Wynn Las Vegas
Wynn Las Vegas
Maryland
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Flamingo Rd
Planet Hollywood
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Harmon Avenue
MGM Grand
Tropicana Avenue
Signature at MGM Grand
The Tropicana Las Vegas
Essentials
Flight time Approximately 11 hours
GMT -7 hours
Climate information can be found in the
Essential Information pages at the back
of this brochure.
Grand Canyon
Las Vegas experiences Pages 16-23
There are so many things to do in Las
Vegas. Take in an over-the-top show,
paint the town red or try your luck in an
Egyptian themed casino. During the
day, shop ‘til you drop at the shopping
malls or head to Lake Mead’s deep
blue waters and the phemomenal
Grand Canyon.
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Shopping
Experience shopping at its absolute finest
with Simon Shopping Destinations Las
Vegas.
Home to painted skies, talking statues
and an iconic spiral escalator, The Forum
Shops at Caesars is the premier luxury
retail destination in Las Vegas. Featuring
160 specialty shops and restaurants
within a picturesque Roman-themed
setting, The Forum Shops has some of the
world’s most celebrated brands and an
impressive combination of top retail,
dining and entertainment options.
Savvy shoppers won’t want to miss
Premium Outlets® with two distinct outlet
shopping locations in Las Vegas. Find an
exciting collection of over 300 outlet
stores from the world’s leading designers
and name brands at Las Vegas North
Premium Outlets® (north end of the Strip)
and Las Vegas South Premium Outlets®
(south end of the
Strip) at savings of
25% to 65%
every day.
Las Vegas hotels
Pages 24-45
There are countless hotels in Las Vegas
offering everything yo could possible
wish for. From the budget-conscious to
the ultra-luxurious, pick your favourite
and hit the bright lights!
Shows
Pages 22-23
With more than 100 different shows a day
to see at Vegas casinos and nightspots
you’ll never be short of spectacular
entertainment. The most popular are the
big-budget productions at the largest venues
such as Caesars Palace and Bellagio – this
is a city of dreams, drawing legendary
names for unforgettable performances.
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Las Vegas
Fun, flamboyant
& fabulous
Say ‘I do’
The wedding capital of the world, there’s
no better – or easier – place to say your
vows than Las Vegas. There’s no
residency requirement and the basic
elements are a valid 10-year passport
and a willing spouse!
Take a spin
Las Vegas is the gaming capital of the
world – quite simply no one in the world
does it better, or with more pizzazz.
Whether you’re a roulette novice, a slot
machine fan or a cool poker player
there’s a game here to take your fancy –
but hopefully not your money. The
majority of the most spectacular gaming
venues are found on the legendary fourmile Las Vegas Boulevard, otherwise
known as the Strip.
Dinner is served
Dining out in Las Vegas is an almost
overwhelming pleasure. Whatever and
however you feel like eating, whether
snacking on a late-night hot dog, filling
up at the overflowing all-you-can-eat
casino buffets or savouring a fourcourse French haute-cuisine meal there’s
a place to enjoy it – 24-hours a day.
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Las Vegas
For sheer spectacle and entertainment
Las Vegas is hard to beat. It is the city that
never sleeps – where fantasy combines
with extraordinary luxury hotels, live
entertainment and big star performances,
fine dining from around the world and of
course, the thrill of its legendary casinos.
With more than 100
different shows a day
to see at Vegas’
casinos and nightspots
you’ll never be short
of spectacular
entertainment.
Day and night
At every turn, there’s something magical, surreal or just downright jawdropping, whether
it’s the pyramids of Egypt, the Eiffel Tower, erupting volcanoes or nostalgic Americana
(only the latter is real!). Walk the famous Strip revelling in the sights and enjoying the
year-round sunshine. Or take a tour out into the surrounding Nevada desert to see the
Grand Canyon, one of the natural wonders of the world, returning to relax by the
hotel pool.
At night, the city is illuminated by the largest light show on earth as millions of neon bulbs
announce the show that is Vegas’ nightlife. The air crackles with a unique excitement
and exhilaration. This is the time to enjoy some of the best nightly entertainment in the
world, with incredible shows, superb food and drink and high-rolling casinos.
Strike a pose… retail therapy in Las Vegas
● Forum Shops at Caesars: Name any major designer or luxury
brand and you’ll find them here, as well as great restaurants,
including Il Mulino and Sushi Roku. The ‘cobblestone’ look of the
mall and its boutique shops are a tribute to fashion capital, Milan
● Las Vegas Premium Outlets: The place to pick up even more of
a bargain, 15 minutes by cab from the Strip. The choice of
designer outlet shops, selling everything from clothes to homeware
at great savings, is huge. Go in the morning to avoid the crowds
● Fashion Show: A huge mall filled with great value American
stores including Gap, Abercrombie and Fitch, Guess and seven
department stores
● Miracle Mile: With 170 speciality stores, 15 tantalising
restaurants, and a prime centre Strip location, Miracle Mile Shops
offers an array of shopping, dining and entertainment experiences
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It’s showtime! Vegas nights to remember
l Blue Man Group at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino: Visually
stunning, combining elements of humour, music and dance, the
enigmatic blue figures of The Blue Man Group put on a production
that’s hard to describe – and hard to forget!
l KÀ Cirque du Soleil at MGM Grand: Acrobatics, puppetry,
martial arts and multimedia tell a dazzling tale of twins on their way
to fulfil their destiny
l LOVE at The Mirage: An acrobatic and musical experience
where Cirque du Soleil embraces the music of The Beatles
l Zarkana at ARIA Resort & Casino: A spirited journey through
an abandoned theatre where an extraordinary circus comes back
to life. Populated by a motley collection of off-the-wall characters
and incomparable acrobats, Zarkana is a visual vortex set in a
twisted acrobatic fantasy universe where, little by little, chaos and
craziness give way to a true celebration
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Las Vegas
Wedding-tastic
More than 100,000
people get married
in Las Vegas each
year.
Casinos
From beginners to
big players, the
Las Vegas casinos
are an experience
not to be missed.
A fabulous dining affair
Dining is an absolute delight in Las Vegas! If your number comes
up on the roulette wheel head to legendary top-notch restaurants
such as Jöel Robuchan at The MGM Grand. And don’t forget to
have a stylish cocktail while you’re in town – Vegas has an
incredible range of places to enjoy a drink, ranging from small
intimate bars through to hip and sleek lounges. Here are our top
dining suggestions:
● Prime Steakhouse at Bellagio: A carnivore’s delight, this
highend steakhouse serves up the finest cuts of meat, robust
wines and a great view of the Bellagio fountains
● Japonais at The Mirage: Exquisite sushi and Asian fusion
food in a European-style dining room at this sister restaurant to
the acclaimed Japonais in New York
● Il Mulino at Forum Shops: A renowned Italian restaurant,
whose original venue in New York is almost impossible to get
into. It also boasts the only dining balcony with an unobstructed
view of the Strip
● Gordon Ramsay Steak at The Paris: This contemporary
steakhouse boasts a total of 274 seats including a large bar
area and private dining room in addition to the main room.
Guests are encouraged to relax in the spacious lounge or enjoy
a cosy booth in this ultimate modern steakhouse
● Jöel Robuchon at MGM Grand: This Michelin-starred chef
serves superb French cuisine in equally superb surroundings
Take a spin
The Strip is the dazzling heartbeat of the city, where Vegas
fantasy and spectacle is at its brightest and where you can put
your chips down in famous casinos such as those at The
Venetian, Caesars Palace or Bellagio. Casino players must be
21 years or over. For those who want a taste of Sinatra-style
Vegas nostalgia, a short taxi ride off the Strip takes you to a
cluster of more traditional and historic casinos such as the Rio
and the 1940s Golden Nugget, offering old-school gambling,
without the glitzy entertainment and themed megahotels.
Don't miss the top nighclubs in Las Vegas
l Hakkasan Las Vegas Restaurant and Nightclub: A Michelinstarred luxury-dining brand combined with a lavish nightclub at
MGM Grand. The collaboration delivers an innovative concept
evolving beyond Hakkasan’s original restaurant model and is
certain to revolutionize Las Vegas’ nightlife and dining experiences.
Hakkasan Las Vegas recently announced exclusive residencies with
world-renowned DJs Tiësto, Calvin Harris and Steve Aoki
● LIGHT: The first stand-alone nightclub presented by the
partnership of The Light Group and Cirque du Soleil, revolutionizes
the Las Vegas nightlife landscape. Designed to bring a unique,
memorable experience each evening, LIGHT tantalizes senses with
state-ofthe-art production and theatrics. Redefining a ‘night out’ and
creating unique, memorable events each evening are a group of
worldrenowned resident DJs including Skrillex, Sebastian Ingrosso,
Zedd, Baauer, Axwell and Alesso, among others
● XS at Encore at Wynn: Condé Nast Traveller calls this the
hottest nightclub in the world. The design of XS, one of the most
successful clubs in Las Vegas, is inspired by the curves of the human
body, David Guetta and Avicii are among the resident DJs
you’ll see at XS, The club MTV News called “Las Vegas’ Dance
Music Mecca”. XS offers two unique experiences: bottle service on
the dance floor or cabanas surrounding the Encore pool
● Hyde Bellagio: Overlooking the iconic Fountains of Bellagio.
Long after the sun sets, Hyde Bellagio evolves into Vegas’ hottest
nightlife destination, with 40 VIP tables, a diverse rotation of DJs
and live performances
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Las Vegas Experiences
See more in & around Las Vegas
Wind Dancer - helicopter tour with Grand
Canyon landing
Duration: Approximately 4 hours (hotel to hotel)
Departs: Daily
Price from £372 per person
Upgrade to Wind Dancer Sunset Tour from: £25 per person
Experience an exhilarating helicopter tour as you fly over Lake
Las Vegas, Lake Mead, Hoover Dam and Fortification Hill, an
extinct volcano, along with many other breathtaking views. Also,
keep an eye open for wildlife along the way. Maverick’s Grand
Canyon helicopter tour will descend and land 3,500 feet into
the Grand Canyon in Hualapai Indian Territory. Champagne,
beverages and a light snack will be served some 300 feet
above the mighty Colorado River in one of the greatest natural
wonders of the world. Fly back through the Grand Canyon,
view the red rock formations of the Bowl of Fire and conclude
your adventure with an exciting flight over Downtown Las Vegas
and the Las Vegas Strip. Upgrade to Wind Dancer Sunset and
conclude your adventure with a sunset flight over Downtown Las
Vegas and the Las Vegas Strip as it transforms into the ‘City of
Lights’.
Grand Canyon helicopter flight - non-landing
Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours (hotel to hotel)
Departs: Daily
Price from: £241 per person
Perfect for the time-conscious traveller, this non landing fivestar Grand Canyon helicopter sightseeing air tour will fly you
through the Grand Canyon. You will descend into the depths
of the Grand Canyon as you soar like a golden eagle over
the mighty Colorado River past geological rock formations that
span millions of years – around every corner are cathedral
buttresses, pillars with amazing natural vivid colours. After
leaving the Grand Canyon, your return flight will include other
natural wonders including panoramic views of rock formations
of the rugged Mojave Desert wilderness. Tour includes luxury
ground transportation to and from the private helicopter tour
facility.
Soaring Eagle airplane tour
Vegas Nights - Las Vegas Strip night flight
Departs: Daily
Duration: Approximately 12 minutes flying time
Departs: Daily from sunset onwards with complimentary
hotel pick-up
Soar into the sky aboard a Grand Caravan for the ideal aironly excursion to the Grand Canyon. Large windows and
individual leather seating create the perfect atmosphere to
enjoy spectacular views. Enjoy aerial highlights including
Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Fortification Hill, Temple Rock,
historic Boulder City and the Colorado River in transit to the
Grand Canyon. From the air, view the Grand Canyon from a
unique perspective capturing the depth and magnitude of this
national treasure.
Enjoy the ‘City of Lights’ from the best view possible... THE SKY!
Vegas Nights is an amazing helicopter tour flying over the
mega resorts of the Las Vegas Strip from the New York-New
York skyline to the Bellagio fountains and the never-fading
light of the Luxor pyramid. Prior to your departure from the Las
Vegas terminal, you will be served Champagne to toast your
night flight as you experience breathtaking sights from inside
Maverick’s ECO-Star helicopter, the `limousine of the sky’.
These helicopters have been designed with sightseeing tours in
mind, with wraparound windows to provide greater visibility and
tiered seating to enable everyone to see.
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Grand Canyon helicopter
flight & Black Canyon rafting
tour
Duration: Approximately 9 hours
(hotel to hotel)
Departs: Daily
Combine an incredible Grand Canyon
helicopter tour with a Colorado River &
Black Canyon river raft float tour!
Board a five-star Grand Canyon
helicopter, specifically designed with
forward-facing seats and 180 degree
of unrestricted panoramic viewing.
Your highly trained pilot will provide
informative commentary and narration
as you experience spectacular aerial
views of the magnificent Hoover Dam,
Bypass Bridge and Black Canyon. Fly
past the extinct and colourful volcano –
Fortification Hill. You will then descend
into the depths of the Grand Canyon as
you soar like a golden eagle over the
mighty Colorado River past geological
rock formations that span millions
of years – around every corner are
cathedral buttresses, pillars with amazing
natural vivid colours. After leaving the
Grand Canyon, your return flight will
include other natural wonders including
panoramic views of rock formations of
the rugged Mojave Desert wilderness.
Upon landing back at Boulder Airport,
you will take a short drive down to the
Colorado River, where you will arrive
at the launch area at the base of the
amazing Hoover Dam and the newly
constructed Bypass Bridge. You will
board a large, comfortable river raft
and meet your friendly and informative
Experiences Las Vegas
See more in & around Las Vegas
guide. The Black Canyon’s high walls
will leave you breathless, so remember
to bring your camera! You may spot
desert big horn sheep, osprey and great
blue heron in their natural setting. The raft
stops along the secluded beaches of the
Colorado River to give you a chance to
swim or paddle in the cool clear waters.
You could take this opportunity to enjoy
the picnic box lunch, while watching
and listening to the sights and sounds of
the magnificent Black Canyon and the
surrounding desert. Your trip ends on
the Arizona side of the river at Willow
Beach, where you will have the chance
to shop for distinctive souvenirs of your
trip, before returning to your Las Vegas
hotel.
Hualapai Ranch
Grand Canyon West Hualapai Ranch
overnight cabin stay by helicopter
& ground tour
®
Departs: Daily
Tour highlights:
l Pick-up and drop-off from the Las Vegas hotel
and resort area in a luxury Mercedes Benz
motorcoach
l Helicopter flight between the Las Vegas area
and the Grand Canyon West Rim including tour
below the rim of the Canyon
l Overnight stay in western-style cabin
l Two meals served at Hualapai Ranch
l Photo opportunities with Hualapai Members
l Hop-on-hop-off shuttles to all viewpoints
l Return transportation by ground to Las Vegas
Hualapai Ranch activities:
Optional activities:
(Included, weather permitting)
(Included, weather permitting)
l Enjoy western hospitality and
cowboy entertainment
l Horse-drawn wagon rides
l Learn how to rope, quick draw
and tomahawk toss
l Campfire, s’mores and live
cowboy entertainment
l Horseback riding along the
Grand Canyon Rim
l Admission to the 4,700 feet
high Grand Canyon Skywalk
Experience an incredible Grand Canyon helicopter flight with an overnight
stay in a western-style cabin facing the Canyon’s West Rim! Check-in to
your climate-controlled cabin featuring bathroom with shower. Savour
a western-style meal at the Dance Hall. Relax surrounded by the glow
of the campfire while enjoying western hospitality, s’mores and cowboy
entertainment under the twinkling Arizona stars.
Next morning after breakfast explore and see the breathtaking panoramic
views of the West Rim and the mighty Colorado River with the hop-on-hopoff shuttle transporting you to all of the West Rim viewpoint and Indian
cultural points of interest. See live Native American tribal dances and
learn about the Hualapai’s proud culture and colourful history.
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Las Vegas Multi-centres
Las Vegas
Las Vegas
multi-centres
Arizona
San Francisco
See miles more
Combining Las Vegas with other USA
destinations is an ideal way to explore
more of this fascinating country. Enjoy
the bright lights, casinos and spectacular
show of Las Vegas then why not head
of to the picturesque beaches of Hawaii,
or visit the steep streets of San Francisco,
see the iconic sights of New York or
experience the glitz and glamour of Los
Angeles? Ask your travel agent about
possible multi-centre options and build
your perfect escape.
Las Vegas
Experience the best of both worlds on a multi-centre
holiday. Tailor-make your ideal holiday with your
travel agent, combining the best destinations and a
variety of experiences. There are countless options
available to you, here are just a few of our top
suggestions.
Los Angeles
Your holiday, your way
City breaks, stunning beaches,
breath-taking natural wonders...
why not enjoy them all with
your Las Vegas holiday? The
suggestions here include some of
our favourite resorts across the
USA, but you can change hotels,
upgrade your room, or completely
change your destination choices
or airlines as you please. Car hire
or internal flights, there’s plenty
of ways to get about and with
fantastic add on excursions and
experiences there’s so much to
see and do. Create a holiday
that’s entirely your own with your
travel agent today.
New York
Las Vegas
Hawaii
Las Vegas & Los Angeles
Tropicana Las Vegas
The bright lights of Las Vegas never
dim and neither do the memories
created here. Take a stroll down
the famous ‘Strip’ and take in all
the sights, then indulge in the city’s
entertainment and exuberance.
After the non-stop party vibes, soak
up the atmosphere in LA –
a sun-drenched playground that is
colourful, eclectic and filled with
excitement.
7 nights from £1,289pp
Your holiday includes
Return economy class flights from London
Heathrow with Virgin Atlantic / Delta Air
Lines, accommodation as stated, seven
days economy car hire and all pre-payable
taxes. Regional flights may be available.
Hotel options
Other hotel options are available, check
pages 24 to 45 and 70 to 71.
Price from £1,289pp is valid on selected
departure dates between 01 - 12 Dec 16.
However this itinerary is available all year
round (unless specified). Prices may vary.
Please ask for details
Tropicana Las Vegas - a DoubleTree
by Hilton
Las Vegas for 3 nights
See page 43
The Garland
Los Angeles for 4 nights
See page 70
The Garland
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Tropicana Las Vegas
Fast-paced and full of fun, Las
Vegas is known for its over-the-top
shows, legendary casinos and
extraordinary entertainment. A
perfect contrast to the non-stop
action in Vegas is a ranch break!
Head to the heart of cowboy
country and catch a glimpse of
the old West whilst enjoying the
beautiful deserts of Arizona.
by Hilton
See page 43
Return economy class flights from
London Heathrow with Delta Air Lines,
accommodation as stated, 10 days
economy car hire and all pre-payable
taxes. Regional flights may be available.
Hotel options
pages 24 to 45.
Multi-centres Las Vegas
Las Vegas & Arizona ranch stay
departure dates between 01 - 12 Dec 16.
However this itinerary is available all year
round (unless specified). Prices may vary.
Please ask for details.
Stagecoach Trails Ranch
Arizona for 4 nights
See page 54
Las Vegas & San Francisco
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas is seen as the definitive
adult’s playground with 24-hour
entertainment, a thriving nightlife
and as a place where everything
is bigger and better. Meanwhile
San Francisco is a cultured and
cosmopolitan city, where its visitors
can ride the famed cable cars, visit
notorious Alcatraz and sample the
lively nightlife scene.
See page 39
London Heathrow with Delta Air Lines,
accommodation as stated and all prepayable taxes. Regional flights may be
available.
Hotel options
pages 24 to 45.
departure dates between 20 Nov - 03 Dec
16. However this itinerary is available all
year round (unless specified). Prices may
vary. Please ask for details.
Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf
San Francisco for 4 nights
See Gold Medal’s USA brochure,
page 87
Hotel Zephyr Fisherman’s Wharf
New York & Las Vegas
The Strand NYC
As one of the most famed and most 7 nights from £1,539pp
visited cities in the world, New York Your holiday includes
is vibrant, enthralling and home
London Heathrow with United Airlines,
to legendary city sights. See the
accommodation as stated and all pretaxes. Regional flights may be
Empire State Building, stroll through payable
available.
Central Park and visit the iconic
Hotel options
Bloomingdale’s. From one city that Other hotel options are available, check
pages 24 to 45.
never sleeps to another, Las Vegas Price from £1,539pp is valid on selected
is filled with unique encounters, glitz departure dates between 10 Jan - 28 Feb
16. However this itinerary is available all
and glamour.
year round (unless specified). Prices may
The Strand NYC
New York for 3 nights
See Gold Medal’s USA brochure,
page 35
vary. Please ask for details.
by Hilton
Las Vegas from 4 nights
See page 43
Tropicana Las Vegas
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Las Vegas Multi-centres
Las Vegas multi-centres
Luxor Hotel and Casino
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort
Las Vegas, Los Angeles & Hawaii - Oahu
Embrace two fast paced 24hour cities, then slow down the
pace and recoup in a picture
perfect setting. Start in Las Vegas
and embrace the city’s non-stop
entertainment and energetic
atmosphere. Then head to
Los Angeles and immerse in
the colourful and trend-setting
metropolis that’s home to the
Oscars and the famed Rodeo
Drive. Visit the Sunset and
Hollywood Boulevard and catch
a glimpse of the famous film
landmarks. Then arrive in paradise,
Hawaii is a place like no other,
with its glorious beaches, perfect
sunshine and mesmerising vistas.
See page 42
Beverly Hills Marriot
See page 70
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach
Resort
Oahu for 3 nights
See page 73
The Garland
Return economy class flights from London Heathrow with
Virgin Atlantic / Delta Air Lines, accommodation as stated, 8
days economy car hire (pick up from Las Vegas on day 4)
and all pre-payable taxes. Regional flights may be available.
Hotel options
Other hotel options are available, check pages 24 to 45, 70
to 71 and 73 to 75.
Price from £2,199pp is valid on selected departure dates
between 01 - 09 May 16. However this itinerary is available
all year round (unless specified). Prices may vary. Please
ask for details.
Pier 2620 Hotel at Fishermans Wharf
Las Vegas, Los Angeles & San Francisco
Visit three famed US cities and
be wowed and awed in each of
them. First up is Los Angeles, known
as the entertainment capital of
the world and home to Universal
Studios Hollywood, where visitors
can enjoy movie themed rides
and working film sets. Next stop is
Las Vegas with its thrilling casinos,
adrenaline-fuelled attractions and
monumental world-famous hotels.
Finally it’s on to San Francisco,
embark on a journey across the
famed Golden Gate Bridge to
take in the beautiful views of the
sparkling bay and sample the
famed wines from the surrounding
vineyards.
The Garland
See page 70
by Hilton
See page 43
Pier 2620 Hotel at Fishermans
Wharf
San Francisco for 3 nights
See page 62
Return economy class flights from London Heathrow with
Delta Air Lines, accommodation as stated, 11 days economy
car hire and all pre-payable taxes. Regional flights may be
available.
Hotel options
Other hotel options are available, check pages 24 to 45,
62 and 70 to 71.
Price from £1,489pp is valid on selected departure dates
between 01 - 11 Dec 16. However this itinerary is available
all year round (unless specified). Prices may vary. Please
ask for details.
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CALIFORNIA
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Yosemite
National Park
San Francisco
Monterey
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San Luis Obispo
Santa Barbara
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8&9
Las Vegas
1&10
Los Angeles
PACIFIC
OCEAN
2
Grand
Canyon
National
Park
ARIZONA
Wings Over The West tour by
air
Duration 10 days, 9 nights
2016 departures: 17 Apr, 08 & 22
May, 05 & 19 Jun, 03,17 & 31 Jul,14
Aug,11 Sep, 16 Oct, 06 Nov, 04 Dec
2017 departures: 15 Jan*, 12 Feb*,
19 Mar
Price from £1,879 per person
Price includes:
Daily breakfast, one lunch and two dinners
Private aircraft on all flight sectors
Comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles
Guided tour of Grand Canyon National Park
Guided tour of Yosemite National Park
San Francisco Bay Cruise
Napa Valley and Sonoma with wine tasting and
vineyard tour
Comprehensive city tour of San Francisco
Tour 17-Mile Drive and Monterey’s Cannery Row
First Class train journey from Central Coast to Los
Angeles
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Santa Monica sunset dining and shopping
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Lodge, Riverview
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Lodge
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Hotel
Day 1
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Transfer independently to your hotel
where you will meet your Tour Director.
Free time this evening allows you to
experience the sights and sounds of Las
Vegas firsthand.
Day 2
l Las Vegas l Grand Canyon
Board a private aircraft and glide over
the Mojave Desert, Hoover Dam and
Lake Mead. Upon arrival at Grand
Canyon National Park Airport you’ll
board a motorcoach and embark on the
ground portion of the tour. A welcome
reception is held in the evening. Fly back
to Las Vegas for your overnight stay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included.
Day 3
l Las Vegas l Yosemite
Take a short flight onboard a private
aircraft from Las Vegas to Merced, the
gateway to Yosemite National Park.
Upon arrival in Merced you’ll board a
motorcoach and you will be introduced
to some of Yosemite’s most famous and
awe-inspiring scenery, including Yosemite
Falls, Half Dome, El Capitan, Tunnel View
and Bridalveil Falls. Breakfast included.
Day 4
l Yosemite l San Francisco
Leaving the wonder of Yosemite behind,
today you will make your way west via
motorcoach to Northern California’s
beloved City by the Bay, San Francisco.
En route visit a winery in the famed Napa
Valley and you will have time to explore
Sonoma. Breakfast included.
Day 5
l San Francisco
A comprehensive city tour allows you
to appreciate many of San Francisco’s
most famous sights, including the Golden
Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Union Square
and Fisherman’s Wharf. You’ll also set
sail, passing the famous PIER 39 sea
lions while making your way along the
historic waterfront. The remainder of the
day is free for you to spend as you wish.
Breakfast included.
Touring Las Vegas
Touring – Wings Over The West air tour
Day 6
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l Monterey
l California’s Central Coast
Heading south via motorcoach you’ll
travel along one of the most scenic
roads in the world, 17-Mile Drive,
running through Pacific Grove to Pebble
Beach. Afterwards, explore Monterey
at Old Fisherman’s Wharf in downtown
and explore Cannery Row’s historic
waterfront district. Continuing south,
journey through Camel-by-the-Sea village
and Big Sur. Further south the highway
passes Hearst Castle and Morro Bay.
From here, a short distance inland is San
Luis Obispo and the heart of California’s
Central Coast. Breakfast included.
Day 7
l California’s Central Coast
l Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
l Santa Barbara l Los Angeles
Enjoy some free time to explore San Luis
Obispo before boarding the Amtrak
Pacific Surfliner. You will enjoy superb
views from your dome car seating as you
pass through Santa Barbara and Ventura
before arriving in Downtown Los Angeles.
Breakfast included.
Day 8
l Los Angeles
Today’s comprehensive tour of
Los Angeles includes the sea side
communities of Marina del Rey, Venice
and Santa Monica. Along with the glitz
and glamour of Hollywood, enjoy the
Walk of Fame, the Sunset Strip and
Beverly Hills where you might catch a
celebrity or two shopping on Rodeo
Drive. Breakfast included.
Day 9
l Los Angeles l Las Vegas
Board a private jet for the short flight
back to Las Vegas. Upon arrival you will
be transferred back to your hotel where
the rest of the day is at your leisure.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 10
l Las Vegas departure
Transfer independently to McCarran
International Airport for your departure
flight. Breakfast included.
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Las Vegas Shows
Las Vegas
shows
Visiting Las Vegas without seeing a show would
be like visiting Paris without seeing the Eiffel
Tower. Featuring legendary stars and the best of
Broadway, Las Vegas shows are a big part of the
excitement in this fabulous city.
Pre-book all the
tickets you need to
ensure you don’t
miss out – ask your
travel agent!
People from all over the world flock to this
entertainment capital to experience musical,
theatrical, comedy and circus performances.
Whether your tastes are traditional or
contemporary, there is something to please
everyone – from extravagant showgirl revues to
classic lounge crooners; from chart-topping artists
to breathtaking visual spectacles.
Some of the greatest magicians in the business
can be found here and comedy geniuses have
been making people laugh for decades. Don’t
forget the tribute acts – there’s more to Vegas
than Elvis impersonators!
The Rat Pack that made Las Vegas famous is
regularly paid tribute to at casinos and theatres
across the city. The possibilities are endless and
we want you to experience the very best of this
incredible entertainment metropolis.
The following pages showcase the finest on the
stages of Las Vegas, giving you the opportunity
to see shows you might not have considered.
Ask your travel agent about pre-booking all the
tickets you require to ensure you don’t miss out
on your first choice and enjoy the experience of
a lifetime.
●●Show: The Beatles ‘LOVE’ by Cirque du Soleil
●●Hotel: The Mirage Hotel & Casino (page 38)
●●Description: LOVE combines the magic of Cirque du Soleil with the spirit and passion
of The Beatles to create an intimate and powerful musical and acrobatic entertainment
experience. Using the poetry of the lyrics, the essence of the songs are explored in a
series of scenes by an international, incredibly talented cast of 60, channelling a raw,
youthful energy underscored by astonishing acts that will take your breath away
●●Price from: £93
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Shows & weddings Las Vegas
●●Show: Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque Du Soleil
●●Hotel: Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino
●●Description: Michael Jackson ONE is a state-of-the-art
visual and audio experience creating a theatrical evocation of
Michael’s creative genius. Guided and inspired by his music,
four misfits set out on a transformative adventure
●●Show: Zarkana by Cirque du Soleil
●●Hotel: ARIA Resort & Casino (page 25)
●●Description: Zarkana by Cirque du Soleil is a spirited journey
through an abandoned theatre where an extraordinary circus
comes back to life. Populated by a motley collection of off-thewall characters and incomparable acrobats, Zarkana is a visual
vortex set in a twisted acrobatic fantasy universe
●●Show: KÀ by Cirque du Soleil
●●Hotel: MGM Grand Hotel & Casino (page 39)
●●Description: Combining acrobatics, martial arts, puppetry,
multimedia and pyrotechnics, KÀ tells the story of separated
twins who embark on a perilous journey to fulfil their linked
destinies
●●Show: ‘O’ by Cirque du Soleil
●●Hotel: Bellagio (page 26)
●●Description: With displays of synchronised swimming, ballet
and acrobatics, Cirque du Soleil’s only aquatic show ‘O’
explores the essential and often unnoticed role that water plays
in our lives and the elegance and infinity of water in its purest
form
Weddings – say ‘I do’ in Las Vegas
The wedding capital of the world, there’s no better – or easier
– place to say your vows than Las Vegas. Choose from the
following packages:
●●Classic Wedding: Choice of two chapels (Special
Memory Chapel or Garden Chapel) with CD music, limo
service to chapel and courthouse and return to hotel, bride’s
rose presentation and groom’s boutonniere, professional
photography including twelve photos on CD, custom certificate
holder for marriage licence.
Price from: £243*
●●Six Rose Wedding: This includes a choice of two chapels
(Special Memory Chapel or Garden Chapel) with CD music;
limo service to your chapel and courthouse and return to your
hotel. A six-rose bouquet for the bride and a groom’s boutonniere;
professional photography including 24 pictures on CD; a
professional DVD of the ceremony and a custom certificate holder
for the marriage licence.Price from: £335*
●●Traditional Vegas Wedding: All aspects of the ‘Six Rose
Wedding’ are included but with additional features including;
traditional wedding music; a twelve rose cascade bouquet for
the bride; professional photography with 36 pictures on CD;
professional DVD; a candle lighting ceremony; two toasting
champagne glasses and one bottle of champagne
Price from: £437*
*Prices include gratuity for chauffeur and minister, state sales
tax, and $60 for marriage licence.
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Las Vegas
ARIA Resort & Casino
ARIA Resort & Casino is part of the prestigious CityCenter
development. Its twin 61-storey curvilinear glass towers flood the
interior with natural light and offers sensational views of the city and
surrounding mountains. A casino provides a variety of gaming options,
while Cirque du Soleil – ‘Zarkana’ is a visually stunning modern
acrobatic spectacular set in a world where physical ability meets with
the extraordinary.
ARIA is at the very heart of CityCenter, featuring spectacular amenities
and innovative technologies that make it unlike any other building in
the area.
Custom-furnished rooms are comfortable and spacious with dramatic
floor-to-ceiling windows that afford great natural lighting and offer
amazing views of the Las Vegas Strip or surrounding mountains.
Bathrooms are large and luxurious with separate shower and bath;
suites feature spa-style whirlpool tubs.
The casino offers a variety of gaming options, while stylish retail
venues can be found inside ARIA, as well as at Crystals. The Cirque
du Soleil Theatre celebrates ‘Zarkana’, a collection of off-the-wall
characters and incomparable acrobats. The resort is also devoted to
the pleasures of rest with a signature spa plus salon and fitness room.
Dining here is always an occasion. ARIA has some of the the
world’s most acclaimed chefs and restauranteurs – Jean-Georges
Vongerichten, Michael Mina, Julian Serrano and three Michelin
starred chef Masayoshi Takayama – have gathered to present a
remarkable selection of menus from all over the world.
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Accommodation
●●More than 4,000 luxurious rooms offering
contemporary living space with floor-toceiling windows and spa-style bathroom
●●Amenities include custom mattress, high
thread-count linen, 42 inch HD TV, one-touch
room technology, mini bar and laptop safe
Dining
●●An extensive selection of dining options
is available in the hotel’s 15 restaurants
from casual bistros and cafés to culinary
masterpieces from acclaimed chefs and
restauranteurs
Facilities
●●Luxury spa and salon with balcony and
pool with 62 treatment rooms and three
spa suites
●●Spectacular pool deck featuring three
pools, hot tubs and luxurious cabanas
●●Crystals at CityCenter is an elite
shopping complex located next to ARIA
●●Mandatory resort fee payable locally
includes high speed Internet access, fitness
centre access, daily newspaper and in-room
local and toll free phone calls
Deluxe Room
Entertainment
●●Cirque du Soleil Theatre
featuring ‘Zarkana’
●●Haze nightclub
●●Unique 150,000sq ft light-filled casino
Special offer
Complimentary limousine airport
transfers with drink and hors d’oeuvres
in the exclusive ARIA Sky Suites lounge
when staying in a One Bedroom Aria
Suite or One Bedroom Penthouse Suite.
Valid 01 Jan - 31 Mar 16.
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Las Vegas
Bellagio
Inspired by the idyllic village of Bellagio, overlooking Italy’s Lake
Como, Bellagio has brought a new level of elegance, grace and
romance to the Vegas skyline. Located at the heart of the Strip with
most of the major Las Vegas hotels and attractions within easy reach.
With a choice of 3,933 spacious and stylish rooms and suites,
Bellagio has everything you need from a Vegas hotel.
Dining is a mouthwatering choice of 16 restaurants offering tastes
from All-American fare at Fix and AAA Five Diamond French cuisine
at Le Cirque to sushi at Yellowtail. World-class wines and French and
Spanish cuisine are the inspirations at Picasso.
The entertainment doesn’t stop there – from Wednesday to Sunday
Bellagio hosts Cirque du Soleil’s ‘O’, a spectacle of acrobats,
synchronised swimmers and divers, performing above and below
water.
For a change of pace, the award-winning Spa & Salon offers
luxurious treatments, while the retail promenade Via Bellagio,
provides great designer shopping. There’s even a conservatory full
of amazing plants and flower displays and the Bellagio Gallery of
fine art.
Follow with a Bellagio Mojito at the Pool Bar and of course, this is
Vegas, so you’re never far from the spin of a roulette wheel or the
click of dice – Bellagio’s buzzing casino is one of the best designed
on the Strip.
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Las Vegas
Resort Deluxe Room
Accommodation
●●Newly remodelled rooms offer guests a
fresh, elegant collection of accommodations
●●Superb lake, mountain or city skyline views
●●Cable TV and stereo
●●Exclusive Bellagio Cashmere Super Pillow
Top mattress with Advanced Comfort Quilt®
by Serta®
Dining
●●16 restaurants, cafés and bars cater for all
tastes. From classic American fare at Fix and
AAA Five Diamond award-winning French
cuisine at Le Cirque to sushi at Yellowtail.
At Michael Mina, enjoy fine dining on
contemporary cuisine featuring innovative
seafood preparations, vegetarian and
seasonal dishes
Facilities
●●Five unique and distinctive pools
●●Fully-equipped spa (charge applies)
●●Designer shopping
●●Famous choreographed fountain display
●●The Hyde Bellagio boasts a seamless
outdoor/indoor lounge space which
showcases the famous fountains
●●The chic and stunning Bank nightclub
includes: in-room high speed and wireless
Internet, fitness centre access and in-room
local and toll free telephone calls
Entertainment
●●Spectacular 100,000sq ft Bellagio casino
●●Cirque du Soleil ‘O’ show
●●Conservatory featuring amazing plants
and flower displays
●●Designer shopping in the Via
Bellagio boutiques
●●Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art
Bellagio
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Las Vegas
Vdara Hotel & Spa
Vdara is the city’s classiest boutique hotel.
With chic interior styling and a non-gaming,
non-smoking environment, this all-suite hotel
offers access to the excitement of Las Vegas,
while providing a tranquil retreat from it all.
Suites are furnished and decorated to the
highest standards and outside, the rooftop
Sky Pool & Lounge offers a jaw-dropping
city panorama.
Guests can marvel at the magnificent
surroundings while enjoying superb dishes
that fuse international flavours to exquisite
effect. Located in the lobby, Bar Vdara
makes the perfect venue for relaxed drinks,
morning coffee or late-night cocktails!
Deluxe Suite
With 16,000sq ft of space on two levels,
Vdara Health & Beauty comprises a
beautiful spa, salon and fitness complex.
The spa offers an extensive range of beauty
and massage therapies focusing on holistic
health and using products derived from
herbs, flowers, fruits and oils.
Vdara is part of the CityCenter development
with access to the resort’s many dining,
shopping and gaming venues. Immediately
adjacent, the colossal entertainment
complex Crystals offers an impressive
500,000sq ft of retail and entertainment
space.
Accommodation
●●Suites are well-furnished with excellent
decor, offering a minimum of 582sq ft of
floor space and featuring fully-equipped
kitchens and plush lounge areas with pull-out
sofa bed
●●Suites offer gourmet kitchens,
contemporary bathrooms, living room with
sofa bed
●●Custom-designed beds with luxurious
linen, robes, media hub, WiFi and 42 inch
flatscreen TV
Facilities
●●16,000sq ft spa, salon and fitness
centre on two levels with luxurious facilities
including a Champagne Bar
●●Pool and lounge with cabanas, retreats,
plunge pools and bar
●●The best in contemporary dining
experiences at The Market Cafe which is
‘California Coastal’ with a focus on fresh,
seasonal produce
●●Informal meals including gourmet tapas
and cocktails can be enjoyed at the Sky
Pool & Lounge
●●Physically connected to Bellagio and
situated adjacent to ARIA Resort & Casino
with its theatre, shops and gaming floors
●●Offers easy access to the entertainment,
shopping, dining and nightlife of the
CityCenter complex
includes high speed Internet access, local
and toll free calls, access to fitness centre,
daily newspaper, turndown service upon
request, and two bottles of water per day
Vdara Hotel & Spa
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Las Vegas
Caesars Palace
One of the most famous hotels and
entertainment complexes in Las Vegas,
Caesars Palace is the glittering heart of
the Strip, where you can enjoy luxurious
surroundings and world-class entertainment.
Rooms and suites are spacious, most of them
having been recently renovated, and set in
five towers. These striking towers contain
equally breathtaking rooms that will make
you feel like a whole empire is yours.
Nestled in the heart of Caesars Palace, The
Nobu Hotel offers a unique sense of style,
luxury and craft with lavish amenities and
comfortable accomodations. Guests in the
Nobu Tower have a dedicated Concierge
team and have access to priority seating in
Nobu Restaurant.
Octavious King Room
The Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis is a
spacious, luxurious and stately collection of
exclusive watering holes, decadent cabanas
and palatial sunbathing spots. It is the
ultimate warm-weather destination, no matter
whether you bow before the gods of the sun
or the water.
But it’s entertainment that’s synonymous
with Caesars Palace, in particular The
Colosseum, perhaps the most famous of all
Vegas venues, hosting megastars such as
Celine Dion, Elton John and Rod Stewart.
Accommodation
●●3,726 spacious guest rooms decorated
in a striking modern style
●●Décor by Kathleen Dauber, Gilchrest &
Soames Bath amenities
●●Two LCD televisions (one embedded in
the bathroom mirror)
●●Oversized shower with dual rain
bath showerheads
Facilities
●●129,000 square foot of casino
legendary space
●●QUA Baths & Spa is a luxurious retreat
●●Fabulous shopping at legendary stores
within the hotel
●●Five acre Garden of the Gods Pool
Oasis with seven swimming pools, poolside
cabanas and an 18ft waterfall
●●Range of cuisines, from French fine dining
to casual fare, including a 24-hour café
●●An array of fine dining, including
Restaurant Guy Savoy, tantalising
Southwestern cooking at the Mesa Grill
from celebrity New York chef Bobby Flay, or
try the new Bacchanal Buffet where guests
can explore the perfect blend of exquisite
extravagance, as amazing fare is prepared
before their eyes. Casual dining includes a
mixture of worldwide cuisines at the Cypress
Street Marketplace
($29 room per night) includes: daily in-room
high speed Internet access for one device,
all local calls and daily fitness centre access
Caesars Palace
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Las Vegas
Wynn Las Vegas
Wynn Las Vegas offers every conceivable luxury, including its own
golf course designed by Tom Fazio and Steve Wynn. From a casino
designed to excite the senses to a spa dedicated to your relaxation.
The resort features numerous restaurants from fine dining at Mizumi
and SW Steakhouse to casual fare at Allegro and Red8.
For those who make the resort their home away from home,
Wynn Las Vegas presents an array of deluxe quarters. The most
difficult decision guests will make concerning their stay is the choice
between staying in a plush resort room in the heart of activity or
in the privacy of the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star award-winning
Tower Suites.
Whether the purpose of the visit is a Vegas-style romp or a relaxing
retreat, Wynn Las Vegas has a multitude of entertainment options,
activities and amenities to transport guests worlds away from their
everyday. And nothing offers more of an escape than the aquatic
live production ‘Le Rêve - The Dream’.
The excitement of Wynn Las Vegas nights are countered by the
serenity of the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star rated spa and salon,
where the treatment rooms, luxurious products and professional staff
create a sanctuary for guests. For those who take a more active
approach to their relaxation, there are heated pools artfully set amid
manicured gardens, a fitness centre furnished with state-of-the-art
equipment and a breathtaking, 18-hole, 7,042-yard, par 70 golf
course which is the only on-site golf course on the Las Vegas Strip.
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Accommodation
●●Spacious, beautiful rooms with floor-to
ceiling windows
●●Pillow-top Wynn Dream Bed featuring
507-thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton
linens
●●Bathrooms with soaking tub, glass enclosed
shower and LCD TV
●●Rooms offer views of either the Golf Course
or The Strip
Dining
●●World-class dining is the cornerstone of
Wynn Las Vegas. The resort offers a collection
of imaginative signature restaurants to choose
from, each with a unique Wynn twist
●●The renowned portfolio of chefs tapped
to create cuisines have not just prepared
the menu they are also in the kitchen nightly
preparing the meals. With many fine and
casual restaurants there is a savoury option to
suit any occasion or craving
Facilities
●●Shopping esplanade with many of the
world’s luxury brands
●●Spa offering a range treatments
●●Pools with private cabanas available
for rent
●●The only 18-hole golf course on the
Las Vegas Strip
●●Included in optional resort fee ($29 per
room per night payable locally, subject to
change): access to fitness centre, in-room
Internet access, unlimited local domestic
long distance and toll free calls
Entertainment
●●Watch spellbinding shows such as
‘Le Rêve - The Dream’
●●110,000sq ft casino with game tables,
slot machines and poker rooms
Special offer
Book by 31 Mar 16, stay 3 or more nights
to receive complimentary daily buffet
breakfast for up to two guests. Valid 01
Jan - 26 Dec 16 (date restrictions may
apply).
Wynn Las Vegas
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Las Vegas
Encore offers all of the amenities of Wynn Las Vegas including
extraordinary designer boutiques, expansive pool areas, Encore
Beach Club, the ultimate daytime party and the chic nightclubs
Surrender and XS, which is one of the most celebrated nightclubs
anywhere featuring more than 30 of the world’s greatest DJ talents
on exclusive Las Vegas contracts.
Encore’s Suites have a comfortable, almost residential feel, with
floor-to-ceiling windows, sumptuous oversize bathrooms and fine
507-thread count, 100% Egyptian cotton linens. Guests in the hotel’s
Tower Suites enjoy the use of a private entrance and dedicated
check-in, while exclusive Parlor and Salon Suites even include a
personal massage room for in-suite spa therapies.
The many delights and distractions of Las Vegas await visitors, but
there are plenty of activities and entertainments on offer without
leaving the hotel. The Encore casino provides an intimate setting
for table and card games with a series of smaller rooms off the
main gaming area. Poolside nightclub, XS, creates a sophisticated
ambience, where no extravagance is spared.
If you’re looking for a welcome spot of tranquility, the Spa and Salon
at Encore offers a relaxing environment with an extensive menu
of holistic rituals, massage therapies, facial, body treatments and
hydrotherapy. The Spa features individual and couples’ treatment
rooms.
Dining at Encore is another indulgent treat. The restaurants showcase
award-winning chefs-in-residence presenting varied cuisine from
around the globe.
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Accommodation
●●Spacious Resort Suites span 700 square
feet and Tower Suites measure up to 5,800
square feet with floor-to-ceiling windows and
signature beds
●●Rooms feature Wynn Dream Beds with
507-thread count 100% Egyptian linens,
42 inch flat-panel TVs, climate control, mini
bar and safe
Dining
●●Venues vary from informal poolside
lounges to first-class fine-dining restaurants
with spectacular food from acclaimed
international chefs. Dishes include modern
Italian recipes, seafood and steak with a
twist, Asian specialities and imaginative
American classics
Resort Suite
Facilities
●●The Spa and Salon at Encore offer the
ultimate in personal comfort in an inspiring
setting of elegance and tranquility
●●Shopping Esplanade that is home
to some of the most incredible luxury
brand names
room per night payable locally, subject to
change): access to fitness centre, in-room
Internet access, unlimited local domestic
long distance and toll free calls
Entertainment
●●XS poolside nightclub in a lavish setting
with signature XS cocktails and welcoming
some of the world’s greatest DJ talent
●●Encore Beach Club and Surrender
Nightclub blends a daytime beach party
and nightclub, creating an experience that
transports guests from day to night
●●Voted ‘Best New Show’ in Las Vegas,
Steve Wynn’s ShowStoppers is a music
spectacular that brings a vibrant and
talented cast of 66 singers, dancers and
a full orchestra with dazzling scenery and
costumes to the intimate Encore Theater
Early booking offer
Book by 31 Mar 16, stay 3 nights or more
to receive complimentary daily breakfast
for up to two guests. Valid 01 Jan - 26 Dec
16 (date restrictions may apply).
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Las Vegas
Diverse dining, contemporary accommodation and excellent facilities
result in a residential ambience, turning this luxury resort into a very
different Vegas experience.
The sophisticated interior takes on many forms throughout expansive
public areas within the hotel, while residential-styled accommodations
boast thoughtful touches not found elsewhere in Las Vegas. The
highest of standards are to be found in all the accommodation types,
with an excellent range of amenities and luxuries, from the marble
bathrooms with showers and Japanese soaking tubs (in Terrace One
Bedroom Room), to the handcrafted pillows and whimsical Fornasetti
wallpaper to create a truly distinctive, comfortable setting.
Dining is both exciting and eclectic, with a restaurant collection
inclusive of 13 genuinely unique restaurants, all run by master chefs
with a wealth of experience and the knowledge to make your dining
experience an innovative and world-class event.
Wraparound Terrace Suite
With premium facilities, unparalleled service and attention-todetail alongside a vibrant, lively and unconventional setting, The
Cosmopolitan promises to become one of the most exciting resorts to
burst onto the Las Vegas scene.
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Las Vegas
Wraparound Terrace Suite
Accommodation
●●City Room: inviting and elegant a spacious
studio with two queen-size beds and a large,
luxurious bathroom featuring an exhilarating
shower and exquisite marble floors
●●Terrace Studio: enjoy an oversized
private terrace and a spacious king-size bed
●●Wraparound Terrace Suite: glass doors
open to an expansive, wraparound private
terrace allowing fresh air and sunlight to
pour into this Las Vegas Terrace Suite’s
spacious interior. With panoramic views
of the Vegas skyline, this suite boasts a
sleek, modern kitchen featuring sycamore
cabinetry with a Sub-Zero refrigerator,
microwave, oven, stove and dishwasher
Dining
●●An amazing restaurant collection offering
modern cuisine from across the globe. From
innovative Chef José Andrés’ China Poblano
Chinese & Mexican cuisines, through Greek,
Spanish tapas, Scarpetta serving Italian Cusine
and STK offering world renowned steak, a
medley of flavours and influences abound
●●Va Bene Caffe Italian coffee bar is
a modern take on an old standard and
complemented by D.O.C.G wine bar, named
after the ultimate pinnacle of Italian wine.
Vesper Bar is a 1950s cocktail bar with a
contemporary twist, while The Chandelier is
an unparalleled three level bar experience
Facilities
●●An amazing choice of dining options
with 13 restaurants and cafés plus five bars.
Leisure facilities include two fitness centres,
three pools, retail floor, Sahra spa, nightclub
and casino
($34 per room per night, subject to change):
high speed Internet access, unlimited local
toll-free and domestic long distance calls,
24-hour fitness centre access and tennis
court access
Entertainment
●●Marquee nightclub, ultra lounge and
day club poolscape from the TAO Group
offering a unique entertainment venue,
further complemented by Bond, where live
performances, house music and LED art
accompany your drinks
●●100,000sq ft of casino featuring the
latest technology in gaming, offering
a social element to gaming, and floorto-ceiling glass walls afford excellent
Boulevard views
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Book by 30 Apr 16, stay 3 nights or
more to receive discounted rates of up
to 20%. Valid 08 Jan - 28 Dec 16 (date
restrictions apply).
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Las Vegas
The Venetian Resort
A remarkable all-suite hotel that’s practically
a city within a city, Venetian takes as
its inspiration the beauty and charm
of Renaissance Venice, recreating its
atmosphere perfectly at the Grand Canal
Shoppes®, romantic piazzas, promenades
and gondola rides. Every detail has been
carefully designed to ensure an authentic
Italian experience in which attentive service
and endless attractions converge in a
magnificent setting.
The selection of restaurants is equally as
rich, from Italian and Mexican to fine dining
at Valentino or sensational pan-Asian dining
at TAO Asian Bistro, which transforms into a
nightclub every evening, lit by hundreds of
Buddhist images bathed in ethereal light.
Relaxation comes courtesy of the awardwinning Canyon Ranch SpaClub® with
sumptuous treatments, fitness centre and
even a 40ft rock-climbing wall.
Three pools and a hot tub on the fiveacre rooftop terrace add to the sense of
well-being. Enjoy cocktails and waitress
service or hire a cabana and enjoy your
own personal ‘cabana host’ for a perfectly
tailored personal experience.
Accommodation
●●4,027 suites, with Egyptian cotton sheets,
400-count wool throws and decorated in
warm, plush golden tones
●●Luxurious suites include king-size bed
with canopy and sunken living room with
sofa bed
●●Two televisions in each room, mini bar,
roman bathtub with LCD television
Facilities
●●Canyon Ranch SpaClub® is an oasis of
health and rejuvenation
●●The Grand Canal Shoppes®
●●Beautifully landscaped, five-acre rooftop
deck with swimming pools, hot tubs and
private cabanas
●●Authentic Italian gondola rides along The
Grand Canal
Venetian Luxury Suite
●●Fine-dining options include French at
Bouchon, Italian at Valentino and seafood
at Aqua Knox. Casual dining options range
from Mexicana at Taqueria Cañonita to
Italian at Triattoreia Reggiano
●●Madame Tussaud’s waxworks museum
●●TAO nightclub
●●Mandatory resort fee ($34 per room
per night) payable locally includes: access
for two to the fitness facility within the
Canyon Ranch SpaClub, in-suite Internet
access, unlimited local and toll-free calls,
daily newspaper, a complimentary coffee
or tea for two at Café Presse per day, and
one two-for-one drink coupon for domestic
beer or wine at any casino bar excluding
The Bourbon Room (must be 21 or older to
redeem drink coupon)
The Venetian Resort
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Las Vegas
The Palazzo Resort
The Palazzo Resort offers all the luxuries
you would expect from a five-star resort
from numerous options for fine dining,
an expansive Canyon Ranch Spa and
entertainment options abound with the
newest addition being the hit broadway
show ‘Rock of Ages’.
This glamorous, 50-storey all-suite property
is a rich mixture of all the highest quality
facilities and deluxe style that $1.8 billion
of investment can buy. Everything about the
resort is pure, unadulterated luxury, from the
beautifully landscaped Pool Deck and vast
Canyon Ranch SpaClub® to the 3,000 suites
that start at an impressive 720sq ft.
Palazzo Bella Suite
This focus on excellence includes more than
a dozen fine-dining restaurants with celebrity
chefs at the helm, including Wolfgang Puck
at the award-winning steak restaurant CUT.
High-end shopping is at The Shoppes at
The Palazzo a shopping venue that stands
out even in Vegas’ retail paradise for its
eclectic selection of boutiques including
Barney’s New York, Bauman’s Rare Books
and Fresh Cosmetics, as well a selection of
international designers.
Accommodation
●●3,066 sleek and modern European-style
suites with sunken living room and remote
control curtains
●●King-size bed or two queen-size beds,
with luxurious linen
●●DVD player, plasma TV in the bathroom
Facilities
●●Glorious Canyon Ranch SpaClub®
●●Six extravagant restaurants with
celebrity chefs
●●Fine-dining choices include steak at
CUT, Japanese, Peruvian and Brazilian at
SUSHISAMBA. Casual dining ranges from
Italian at Dal Toro Ristorante to burgers
and beer at Lagasse’s Stadium, the ultimate
sports bar in Las Vegas
●●The Palazzo casino has state-of-the-art
technology, table games and slot machines
Palazzo Luxury Suite
●●Five lounges and bars, including Lagasse’s
Stadium, with 109 plasma-screen TVs
●●LAVO Nightclub
●●Mandatory resort fee ($34 per room per
night) payable locally includes: access for
two to the fitness facility within the Canyon
Ranch SpaClub®, in-suite Internet access,
unlimited local and toll-free calls, daily
newspaper, complimentary coffee or tea
for two at Café Presse per day, and one
two-for-one drink coupon for domestic beer
or wine at any casino bar excluding The
Bourbon Room (must be 21 or older to
redeem drink coupon)
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The Mirage Hotel and Casino
Set amid lush foliage, towering waterfalls
and sparkling lagoons, The Mirage is a
South Seas oasis, offering the serenity of the
tropics and the excitement of Las Vegas. A
fiery volcano welcomes you to this five-star
resort. Elegant surroundings and attention
to detail create a memorable experience.
Fine dining, legendary entertainment and
the unique jungle sanctuary for rare and
exotic animals complement the amenities of
a luxurious spa and salon, dramatic lagoon
pool and eclectic array of designer shops.
The hotel’s iconic volcano has been
delighting guests and passers-by with its
thunderous light and smoke eruptions 100ft
into the air choreographed to music since
the hotel opened in 1989 and is now even
more spectacular.
Resort King Room
Waterfalls cascade from the volcano’s
cone, behind which the hotel’s white and
gold exterior rises in its distinctive Y shape.
Inside the front entrance, a tropical South
Pacific forest of orchids, palms and banana
plants fills a 100ft glass dome.
The recently designed indulgent Mirage
Spa and lagoon-style pool offer tranquil
relaxation.
Accommodation
●●Plush fabrics, custom-designed artwork
and fine furnishings
●●Sealy® posturepedic pillow top beds are
a standard feature in all rooms
●●42 inch LCD TVs and mp3 docking
stations
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Facilities
●●Lagoon pool complex with inlets,
waterfalls and two islands
●●Tropical landscaped gardens with royal
palms and flowers
●●1OAK Nightclub
●●Restaurant choices include Tom
Colicchio’s Heritage Steak, Asian-fusion at
Japonais, Japanese at Morimoto, American
bistro menus at STACK, Italian at Portofino
and Brazilian barbeque at Samba
●●Dolphin habitat and Secret Garden
wildlife retreat for royal white tigers, white
lions and leopards
●●The Beatles ‘LOVE’ from Cirque du Soleil,
plus comedy headliner shows from Jay
Leno and Ray Romano. Plus America’s Got
Talent winner Terry Fator and his amazing
ventriloquism show
●●Twelve bars and lounges including
The Beatles Revolution lounge which is
a psychedelic sensory environment, the
first nightlife experince created by
Cirque du Soleil
night) payable locally includes: high speed
Internet access, fitness centre access, daily
newspaper, unlimited local and toll-free
telephone calls
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Las Vegas
One of the biggest hotels in the world,
MGM Grand is truly awe-inspiring. Four
30-storey towers accommodate stunning
guest rooms and luxurious suites, many with
spectacular views of Las Vegas.
Even by Vegas standards, MGM Grand
is bold and ambitious. ‘Bigger, better, best’
seems to be its motto, from the football-field
sized casino to the five-pool tropical oasis of
the Grand Pool Complex and the saltwater
pools on the expansive Wet Republic Ultra
Pool sundeck.
Take time out at MGM Grand Spa or
Beverly Hills celebrity stylist Cristophe’s
Salon. And there’s non-stop dining and
entertainment whenever you want it. MGM
Grand was the first Vegas hotel to offer
celebrity chefs and signature restaurants,
and today’s stars of the kitchen include
Wolfgang Puck, Jöel Robuchon and
Michael Mina in some of the 20 restaurants.
Bars include celebrity favourite Hakkasan,
while dazzling shows range from KÁ by
Cirque du Soleil to superstar concerts and
sporting events at the MGM Grand Garden
Arena.
Accommodation
●●West Wing King Rooms located in the
West Tower are contemporary and stylish
in design, providing comfortable standard
accommodations. The clean design is
complemented by a comfortable pillowtopped king-size bed, flatscreen TVs in the
bedroom and embedded within bathroom
mirror, high-speed Internet access and 24hour in-room dining. West Wing King rooms
have convenient access to the Las Vegas
Strip as well as Hakkasan Restaurant &
Nightclub
●●One Bedroom Skyloft is a one bedroom,
one bathroom luxury loft with large dining
area. Its furnishings are modern and
luxurious, attractive to the eye and ready for
entertainment.
Grand King Room
Facilities
●●The ultimate nightlife experience in seven
exquisite bars and lounges
●●Grand Pool Complex with four pools,
three whirlpools, river and waterfalls, Wet
Republic Ultra Pool, MGM Grand Spa &
Health Club and Cristophe Salon
●●Dining options are extensive – choose
from French fine dining at Jöel Robouchon,
Japanese cuisine at Shibuya, Sonoran-style
cooking of Northern Mexico at Hecho
en Vegas, and modern Italian at Fiamma.
Casual Dining ranges from Michael Mina’s
Pub 1842, The Grand Wok, Tap Sport’s
Bar, and many more
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speed WiFi, daily newspaper available at
Front Page newsstand, unlimited local and
toll free calls, and access to the fitness room
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Las Vegas
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
The Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, is an
exciting place to be. Located on the
Las Vegas Strip, this hotel offers spacious
rooms and bathrooms, as well as nearly
three acres of casino entertainment.
You can dine at one of ten restaurants
including Gordon Ramsay BurGR, KOI,
Strip House, the award-winning Spice
Market Buffet and LA’s Pink’s Hot Dogs. It’s
always showtime at Planet Hollywood and
there’s a constantly changing bill of acts
performing here. Britney Spears performs
at the newly constructed AXIS Theater at
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, the show
features one of the largest indoor immersive
stage productions in the world, creating
what is the most cutting-edge pop concert
experience ever produced for Las Vegas.
Hip Room
Accommodation
●●2,500 rooms and suites, each one
with its own piece of Hollywood history
incorporating genuine memorabilia from
famous films into the design
●●42 inch plasma television
Facilities
●●Full-service Planet Hollywood Spa by Ten
Mandara and two outdoor rooftop pools
●●Miracle Mile Shopping complex
featuring 170 retailers
●●An eclectic selection of restaurants,
allowing you to dine around the ‘Planet’
●●Six restaurants include fine-dining
Japanese cuisine at Koi and famed
New York steak at the Strip House. Casual
dining includes a fabulous choice of
world cuisine at The Spice Market Buffet,
innovative Mexican at Yolos and an Asian
menu at P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
●●A glamorous three acre casino offers slots
and tables and coin-free technology
●●Hip lounges and bars, including Heart
Bar and the Playing Field Lounge
●●Catch big name acts at the 7,000 seat
theatre for the performing arts
●●Britney Spears is the first artist-in-residence
to be housed in Planet Hollywood. The AXIS
Theater. The AXIS is part nightclub and part
theatre, setting it apart from any other venue
in Las Vegas. The 4,600-seat, intimatelysized theatre allows Britney’s fans to see her
as they’ve never seen her before
night payable locally) includes: daily in-room
Internet access and fitness centre access for
two daily
Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino
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Las Vegas
The Signature at MGM Grand
A private retreat in the middle of all the
frenetic Vegas action, this is a gated
residential-style non-gaming all-suite tower
on the east side of the emerald green
MGM Grand.
It’s self-service luxury that puts a personalised
spin on a stay in Las Vegas. MGM’s
designers have spared no detail in making
the studios and suites both welcoming and
friendly – yet luxurious enough that you
know you’re not at home, especially in the
rooms above the 15th floor.
From these cocoons of comfort – just 16
studios or suites per floor – in the 38-storey
towers of The Signature, it’s a short trip via
a covered people-mover walkway to the
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. Here, guests
can sign for dinners at all of MGM Grand
restaurants, from fine French cuisine at the
Michelin starred Jöel Robuchon to casual
sushi at the Grand Wok.
Guests also have access to MGM Grand’s
stunning pool complexes or relax by the
pool complex at The Signature, complete
with poolside cabanas and waitress cocktail
service.
Accommodation
●●Large Signature Deluxe Suites with
entertainment centre with HD plasma TV and
sleeper sofa
●●Beds are large and fabulously soft, décor
is warm and inviting with a hint of Art Deco
and small kitchens are filled with high-tech
designer gadgets
●●Enjoy 300-thread-count cotton sheets and
upmarket toiletries
Facilities
●●Heated outdoor pool complex with
cabanas
●●Drinks available at The Lounge and
light meals at The Signature’s Delights
Gourmet Delicatessen
●●Guests have signing privileges at all the
MGM Grand restaurants, where fabulous
choices include French fine dining at Jöel
Signature Balcony Deluxe Suite
Robuchon, American traditional favourites
served at CRUSH and modern cantonese at
Hakkasan. Casual dining ranges from sushi at
The Grand Wok to Michael Mina’s Pub 1842
●●Enjoy a visit to the casino and nightly
shows at the MGM Grand, including KA
by Cirque du Soleil and big name concerts
and sporting events at the MGM Grand
Garden Arena
night payable locally) includes: high speed
Internet access, fitness centre access, local
telephone calls, in-suite private label coffee,
daily newspaper and two bottles of water
per day
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Las Vegas
Visually stunning, Luxor provides the best of
everything under one spotlight. Fabulous
guest rooms, delicious cuisine, an indulgent
spa, a world-class casino and brilliant
entertainment and shopping make this the
perfect hotel for an unforgettable getaway.
Intrepid explorers pass beneath an almost
life-size Sphinx to enter the pyramid and find
themselves in the world’s largest hotel atrium.
Check-in at the reception of this awesome
space is in front of a life-size replica of the
Temple of Rameses II. There’s an opportunity
to shop at Luxor stores and all before you’ve
even travelled up the inclinators – elevators
that travel up the pyramid’s sides to rooms
influenced by Pharaonic-style elements.
Pyramid Deluxe Room
One of the most unforgettable Vegas
experiences, however, is the provocative
Criss Angel Believe, a show by Cirque
du Soleil, exclusively performed in Luxor’s
theatre.
Accommodation
●●4,407 newly refreshed rooms and suites
in a range of sizes and styles
●●Warm, welcoming décor and spectacular
Las Vegas views
●●King-size beds, en suite bathrooms with
bath and oversized shower
●●Cable television and Internet access
Facilities
●●The hottest slots and table games at the
one and only Luxor Casino
●●Nurture, the Spa at Luxor, huge swimming
pool and 29 high-quality shopping outlets
●●Complimentary valet and self-parking
●●Numerous dining options including
Tender Steak & Seafood which is rated one
of Vegas’ top steakhouses. For a healthy
option try fresh and tasty Asian cusine at
Rice & Company. Other dining options
include Mexican at Tacos & Tequila and for
a more casual dining exprience – MORE
The Buffet at Luxor or Public House
●●Hip bars and lounges, including the
Aurora Lounge with its stunning lightshow
●●Night owls dance until dawn at the
LAX Nightclub
●●Home to the show The Blue Man Group
with electrifying music and sensational
technology
●●Award-winning comedy of Scott ‘Carrot
Top’ Thompson
night payable locally) includes: high speed
Internet access, fitness centre access, daily
newspaper, and unlimited local telephone
calls
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Las Vegas
Tropicana Las Vegas - a DoubleTree by Hilton
The Tropicana Las Vegas redefines the
expectations of today’s global travellers
with a recently completed $200 million
transformation that provides a casually
elegant experience on the Las Vegas
Strip. With a unique South Beach vibe, the
resort features all-new rooms that evoke
the sentiment of a breezy beach house or
penthouse in Miami.
Accommodation
●●Each room is styled in a sunset palette
of warm shades and appointed customdesigned furnishings, plantation shutters, a
sleek chaise lounge or workspace desk, a
king-size or two queen-size ultra-plush Euro
Top Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses and
300-thread-count linens. In-room entertainment
is also transformed with a 42 inch HDTV, an
iHome clock radio with a universal docking
station and wireless Internet
Facilities
●●A wealth of amenities include fitness
centre, retail outlets, 50,000-square-footcasino. Glow® – a Mandara Spa offering
more than 50 of the best body, skin, hair and
nail care treatments for women and men
●●Pool voted the ‘Best Pool’ in Las Vegas set
on almost two acres, with a bright, tropical
setting that embodies the vibrancy of the
resort’s South Beach-inspired theme. The
pool features an expansive deck with lush
landscaping, waterfalls and private lounge
spots
●●A range of dining experiences to suit
all tastes. Classic fine dining at Biscayne
steakhouse, authentic Italian cuisine at
Bacio, international dining at the Beach
Cafe and quick food choices at South
Beach Food Court, 24-hour Starbucks and
24-hour in-room dining
Club Deluxe Room
●●First-class entertainment includes ‘The New
Illusions’ show with master illusionist Jan
Rouven and classic rock concert experience
‘Raiding the Rock Vault’ which brings the
history of rock ‘n’ roll to life nightly with
performances from some of the greatest rock
bands from the 60s, 70s and 80s in the
all-new Tropicana Theater. There is also
Laugh Factory and live music in the Tropicana
Lounge
●●On-site shopping for essentials and
mementos of your stay in Las Vegas
●●Refurbished casino, with a range of
slots and tables for everyone from casual
players to high-rollers
room per day payable locally): in-room
Internet access, fitness centre access, happy
hour drink specials and two bottles of water
per stay
Tropicana Las Vegas – a DoubleTree by Hilton
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Las Vegas
Deluxe Room
Monte Carlo Resort and Casino
Close to all the action of the Strip, Monte Carlo is as elegant as its name suggests and
makes the perfect location from which to enjoy the entertainment of this fun-fuelled destination.
Relaxation is on hand at the recently renovated full-service spa, with its luxuriant treatments
including body wraps and massages. Outdoors, the wave pool and 400ft lazy-river raft ride
are big hits with adults and children alike, as is the large arcade with the latest video and
virtual reality games in the Street of Dreams shopping arcade.
Accommodation
●●The 3,000 rooms and suites are spacious
and elegantly furnished, featuring cable TV,
luxury bath products and great views
Facilities
●●Superb dining at BRAND, Diablo’s
Cantina and André’s
●●Monte Carlo Spa with exclusive treatments
●●Fitness centre, sauna, steam room
and whirlpools
●●Four swimming pools, wave pool, 400ft
lazy river plus poolside bar
●●Stylish casino with full complement of
table games and 1,600 slot machines
per night) payable locally includes: high
speed Internet access, fitness centre access,
in-room coffee, two daily bottles of water,
two complimentary beverages per stay and
daily newspaper
Monte Carlo Resort and Casino
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Park Avenue Room
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
Where Tropicana meets the Strip, is a spectacular ‘Big Apple’ themed resort featuring perfect
one-third scale recreations of twelve of New York’s most iconic buildings. Enjoy HERSHEY’S
Chocolate World at New York-New York, or explore the venues at The Park, MGM Resorts
International’s dining and entertainment district connected to both New York-New York and
Monte Carlo Resort and Casino. Travel straight to the heart of things with a walk in Times
Square or Central Park, where you can kick the fake leaves around. Even the hotel’s buzzing
casino was partly modelled on the twinkling light-filled interior of Central Park’s legendary
Tavern on the Green restaurant.
Accommodation
●●2,024 rooms featuring one king-size or
two queen-size beds
●●Warm décor with 40 inch flatscreen TV,
marble bathroom and luxurious
pillow-top mattress
Facilities
●●Swimming pool and three relaxing
whirlpools
●●Spa with health and beauty treatments
●●A selection of New York tastes at
restaurants including Italian at Il Fornaio, surf
‘n’ turf at Gallagher’s Steakhouse, Chinese,
at the Chin Chin Café, skyscraper-style
burgers at America and spicy Southwestern
fare at Gonzalez Y Gonzalez
●●Take in the spectacular show ‘Zumanity’
by Cirque du Soleil or visit the glittering
casino
per night payable locally) includes: high
speed Internet, fitness centre access, daily
newspaper, unlimited local telephone calls,
and buy one get one free Big Apple roller
coaster tickets
New York-New York Hotel & Casino
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Las Vegas
Contemporary Tower Room
Excalibur Hotel and Casino
Step back in time and enter the magical kingdom of Merlin and King Arthur at this sparkling,
white medieval castle complete with moat, drawbridge, battlements and strolling performers.
Like its sister property, Circus Circus, this large hotel is pure entertainment from start to finish.
Jesters, jugglers and jousters set the tone in the 40ft atrium, hung with 100 chandeliers.
Themed restaurants fill Arthurian fantasies as well as appetites at Camelot Steak House set in
a castle. Casual dining at Dick’s Last Resort restaurant serves up generous cocktails and ribs,
with duelling pianos and other live entertainment in the evening.
Accommodation
●●Spacious rooms featuring 42 inch plasma
widescreen TVs
●●Air conditioning, hairdryer, iron and
ironing board
Facilities
●●Swimming pools, spa and fitness centre
●●Four restaurants and village food court
●●Castle casino
●●The latest arcade games at the Excalibur
Midway games arcade
●●Exciting retail therapy at the Castle Walk
shopping mall
●●Thrilling shows include the Tournament of
Kings dinner show and a Bee Gees tribute
from the Australian Bee Gees
●●Mandatory resort fee $28 per room per
night payable locally includes: high speed
Internet, fitness centre access and daily
newspaper
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Casino Tower Room
Circus Circus Hotel and Casino
The ‘Best Value on The Strip!’ centrally located and invitingly decorated, 3,770 newly
refreshed and remodelled rooms promise all the comfort and convenience you would expect
from a Las Vegas hotel with all the round-the-clock excitement of a Las Vegas casino.
Accommodation
●●3,770 refreshed rooms provide complete
comfort and convenience
●●All rooms include cable television,
hairdryer, iron and ironing board
Facilities
●●Enjoy dining options that include Mexican
food at Blue Iguana, American favorites at
The Garden Grill, or traditional steakhouse
fare at award-winning THE Steakhouse
●●Indoor theme park and circus
●●Fashion, sports memorabilia, gifts
and collectibles at over eleven Circus
Circus stores
per night payable locally) includes: two
K-cups for a Keurig coffee maker, in-room
WiFi, chips and salsa at Blue Iguana valid
for one visit, two Midway games, 2-for-1
Coaster ticket at Adventure Dome, fitness
centre access, buy one get one free drink
at West Casino or Slots A Fun bar (or a $5
credit toward other beverage purchase) and
a resort passport containing further discounts
and special offers
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California & the West See miles more
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See miles more
Why not extend your Las Vegas holiday and see miles
more of the USA? Jump on an internal flight, hire a car or
hop on an escorted tour and travel to one of these
fantastic destinations. From Northern California to the
west, the landscapes of Arizona, or even the islands of
Hawaii, you can tailor-make your itinerary as you please.
Over the following pages we showcase our most popular
destinations to combine with your Las Vegas trip.
Northern California
Pages 56-63
Cool and kooky, lush and lively,
Northern California has rugged good
looks, an ocean of opportunity, soaring
trees older than time and scenery to
catch your breath. Delight in the breeze
as you navigate the coast roads,
watching out for whales as you bathe in
a beautiful sunset.
Las
Vegas
Hawaii
Pages 72-75
Picture paradise; picture Hawaii. Could
there be a more exotic place on earth,
where the ocean meets the island shore,
the palm trees sway and the tide swells
high? The music, sights, sounds and
scents of these beautiful islands remain
in your heart and mind long after you
depart.
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Southern California
Pages 64-71
From San Diego on the Mexican border,
sweeping up to Los Angeles through
Santa Monica and Venice, past the
beautiful surfing beaches and carefree
coastal towns, the region of Southern
California has just the right amount of
sass, combined with a very warm
welcome.
Arizona, Utah &
Pages 48-55
The Grand Canyon
The sweeping plains, endless cerulean
skies and magnificent sandstone gorges
for which this region is known provide
the perfect backdrop to a Western
adventure. Prepare to be spellbound by
the sheer size of the Grand Canyon
and the otherworldly atmosphere of
Utah’s national parks.
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San Francisco
Southern California
Los Angeles
San Diego
Anaheim
Los Angeles
Yosemite National Park
Southern California is famed for its sunny
weather and dramatic Pacific coastline. Your
holiday options in Los Angeles are endless.
From the stores of Rodeo Drive to Hollywood,
Beverly Hills and the beaches of Malibu and
Santa Monica, it’s an experience you’ll
remember forever. Palm Springs offers some of
the best hotels and golfing in the world with
amazing year-round sunshine, while San Diego
– home to the famous San Diego Zoo, San
Diego Wild Animal Park and SeaWorld® San
Diego – is a laid-back city of superb beaches
and relaxed bars. With over 350 days of
sunshine in Palm Springs, the desert’s natural
beauty sets the stage to explore ancient
canyons, blooming desert vistas and majestic
mountains. Visitors from all over the world are
lured to Palm Springs for its storied Hollywood
legacy and Native American heritage.
Arizona, Utah and
The Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon National Park
Hawaii is a place like no other. Birthplace of
modern surfing and the hula, and home to one
of the world’s most active volcanoes, Hawaii is
certainly unique. Explore the islands of Kauai,
Maui and Big Island. It isn’t the collection of
islands or active volcano that makes Hawaii
unique, it’s the warmth of its people that
matches the perfect paradise temperatures.
You’re likely to begin your Hawaiian adventure
in Oahu, from Honolulu International Airport.
Oahu is the heart of Hawaii and home to the
state’s capital Honolulu. Maui’s beaches have
been repeatedly voted the best in the world.
Big Island boasts a stunning National Park,
which is home to the Kilauea volcano –
Hawaii’s most popular tourist attraction. Kauai
is often referred to as the ‘Garden Isle’, filled
with emerald valleys, jagged cliffs, rivers and
cascading waterfalls… a tropical paradise.
Northern California’s landscape of rugged
coastlines, towering forests and sparkling lakes
is simply spectacular. This is a place where
small towns preserve the past and embrace the
future, whilst the cities are a spectacle of
entertainment. With its sparkling setting and its
host of iconic attractions, including the soaring
Golden Gate Bridge and the forbidding
Alcatraz, you’ll fall in love with the beautiful
‘City by the Bay’ San Francisco. Approximately
an hour from San Francisco, Napa Valley is
where America’s greatest and most famous
wines are produced. With three hundred-plus
wineries lying along Highway 29 and the
scenic Silverado Trail, it is considered the
epicentre of American wine, food and fine
living. Yosemite National Park’s was named as
a world heritage site in the 1980s – you’ll be
amazed by the views from Glacier Park.
See miles more California & the West
Northern California
San Diego
The states of Arizona and Utah are home to
one of the most intriguing National Park areas
in the world. Utah is home to five National
Parks; Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef,
Arches and Canyonlands, plus 14 world class
ski resorts, 40 state parks and many national
monuments. Busy cities or quiet monuments,
warm desert or snowy peaks? Arizona is
home to it all. Monument Valley is definitely a
must see. This landscape has been made
famous by the being the back drop to many
classic western movies. With dozens of
national and state parks, Arizona’s landscape
is diverse and simply stunning. A trip to
Arizona would not be complete without a trip
to the Grand Canyon. Explore on foot or
admire from above in a helicopter, your idea
of grand will never be the same again.
Bryce Canyon National Park
Hawaii
Oahu
Big Island
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Monument Valley, Arizona
Arizona, Utah &
The Grand Canyon
Arizona observes
Mountain Standard
Time all year round,
apart from the Navajo
Nation, which
observes the daylight
savings time change.
Utah
NEVADA
Salt Lake City
UTAH
Las Vegas
Hoover Dam
Bryce Canyon
National Park
Momument Valley
Grand Canyon
National Park
Scottsdale
Pheonix
ARIZONA
This area of America is a natural
entertainment park for those who love the
solitude and peace of the great outdoors.
Arm yourself with a pair of binoculars, a
camera and good walking shoes, and get
ready to explore.
Don’t leave without
l Swinging by Bryce Canyon
National Park in Utah where delicately
shaped spires form natural
amphitheaters
l Heading to The Grand Canyon at
sunrise to be transported into an
otherworldly planet painted in glorious
technicolour as another day dawns
l Visiting Utah’s Arches National Park
to witness terrain, landforms and
textures unlike any other in the world
Bryce Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon
The very first time you see
The Grand Canyon is truly an
unforgettable moment.
Magnificent and pure, simply
grand and spectacularly
coloured, this wonder of nature
literally stops visitors in their
tracks. All year round, pilgrims
flock to The Grand Canyon to
bathe in the slowly-rising sunset,
or stargaze after a fiery sunset.
Utah
A little further from the beaten
track but still supremely and
visitor-friendly is Utah, with its
rich cultural heritage and
uplifting scenery. From hiking
through the national parks to
mountain biking up and
down some of the most
impressive trails in America,
Utah has it all for the outdoor
enthusiast.
Zion National Park, Utah
An American icon
If driving from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon,
take time to stop off at Hoover Dam, where you
can span two states at once whilst taking in the
view from atop the iconic man-made waterway.
As you stand more than 220m above the
Colorado River, admire the feat of engineering
and feel the force of the water, then join a tour to
learn about how the 17 generators produce four
billion kilowatts of electricity a year as one of the
country's largest hydroelectric power facilities.
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Grand Canyon Railway Train
The Grand Entrance Tour (Grand Canyon)
Duration: 8 hours
Departs: Williams daily at 9:30am
Price from: Coach class Adult £72, Child £38 (2-15 years)
First class Adult £127, Child £93 (2-15 years)
Duration: 2 hours
Departs: Grand Canyon South daily between 8am and 3pm
Price from: Adult £68 Child £50 (3-15 years)
Travel in style to witness one of the great wonders of the natural
world, the Grand Canyon. Grand Canyon Railway made its
first journey to the South Rim in 1901, long before Arizona
was dubbed the ‘Grand Canyon State’. Journey to the Grand
Canyon National Park aboard Grand Canyon Railway and
take a trip not only to America’s most recognized spectacle,
but a trip back in time. The railway travels 130 miles roundtrip
from Williams to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. You will
then have approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes at the Grand
Canyon after the train arrives. The train pulls into historic Grand
Canyon Village, where all the historic hotels, restaurants and
shopping are located.
The Grand Canyon, with its magnificent simplicity, offers aweinspiring views, staggering scenery and an unforgettable
experience. For a real insight into the Grand Canyon, this pink
jeep tour is perfect. Whether you’re a return visitor, or you’re
casting eyes upon the Grand Canyon for the first time, your
interpretive guide will introduce you to a world of discovery
and wonder. Knowledgeable and experienced, the guides
know every nook and cranny of the Canyon, and are ready to
answer any questions about the history, geology, wildlife and
landscape of this natural wonder. Experience how the Canyon
comes to life through stories, facts and legend. The tour stops
several times as it travels along the stunning South Rim, ending
at Grandview Point, witnessing expansive, breath-taking, and
magnificent vistas. Wear good shoes and layered clothing and
don’t forget to pack a camera and binoculars to make the most
of the experience and create memories that will last a lifetime.
The Grand Hike (Grand Canyon)
Canyon Dancer Helicopter Tour
Duration: 5 hours
Departs: Grand Canyon South daily between 7am and 3pm
Price from: Adult £104 Child £77 (3-15 years)
Duration: 25-30 minutes
Departs: Grand Canyon South Rim daily
Price from: Adult £184
Hiking the Grand Canyon is non-stop WOW! Join the lucky
5% of visitors who venture below the rim on this Grand Canyon
Tour. Experience the sheer vastness and ever-changing beauty
of the Canyon step by step.
Your highly-trained guide will assess hiker skill levels and
determine the most suitable trail. Hiking trails range in difficulty
and length from 2.5 miles to 6 miles, and departure times vary
throughout the year. There is so much to discover about this
geological wonder of the world, and your guide is brimming
with fascinating facts.
Experiences Arizona, Utah & The Grand Canyon
Arizona, Utah & The Grand Canyon experiences
Experience exhilarating sightseeing at the Grand Canyon
during this 25-30 minute helicopter tour. This Grand Canyon
helicopter tour departs from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon
over the Kaibab National Forest. Head toward the Tower of
Ra and then fly north through the Dragon Corridor and over the
mighty Colorado River towards the North Rim of the Canyon.
View the Tower of Ra and the Vishnu Schist rock formation
as you fly back through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and
deepest section of the Grand Canyon. From this point you can
see some of the oldest exposed rock layers in the world.
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Arizona, Utah & The Grand Canyon Touring
Touring – Grand American Adventures
Grand American Adventures
specialises in tours to the
Americas, with unrivalled
knowledge and experience
they are committed to
bringing you the finest small
group adventures available.
Discover spectacular natural
sights, rewarding activities
and encounters with some
of the world’s most colourful
cultures and wildlife.
Authentic travel experiences
Designed for active people of all ages, tours are designed to
maximise time spent in each destination so that you can take
in all the highlights, with plenty of free time to relax or venture
even further off the beaten path.
Small groups of travellers
With a maximum group size of just 13 made up of singles,
couples and friends, travelling with Grand American
Adventures feels more like travelling with friends than being
on an organised tour. You’ll meet like-minded people where
everyone is guaranteed to share a passion for travel.
No single supplements
You won’t pay an
additional supplement as
a single traveller, you’ll
share a room or tent with a
fellow traveller of the same
gender. If you’d prefer
your own space you can
choose the ‘Optional Solo
Sleeper’ and pay a little
extra to have a room or
tent to yourself.
Days 1
l Las Vegas
Welcome to the ‘Neon City’ in the
Nevada desert. Join at 6pm for a
welcome meeting with your group and
tour leader. Overnight stay at Alexis Park
Resort Hotel.
Grand American Adventures:
Canyons & Indian Lands
Adventure
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights
Price from: £1,212 per person
Price includes:
• Professional tour leader
• All transportation by private adventure vehicle
• 7 nights accommodation in three-star hotels on a twin
share basis
• No forced single supplements will be charged. Single
travellers will be matched with a fellow passenger of the
same gender
Price excludes:
• International flights
Optional extra activities (payable locally) include:
• Scenic helicopter flight in the Grand Canyon
• Western horseback riding
• Navajo guided back roads tour in Monument Valley
Days 2 & 3
l Las Vegas l Zion National Park
Leaving Las Vegas head to Zion National
Park for two days of peaceful beauty and
powerful landscapes. With its soaring
cliffs and cascading waterfalls, Zion
National Park is one of the Southwest’s
most beautiful and dynamic places. There
is a variety of trails to choose from and
you will have plenty of opportunities to
explore. Warm up with a gentle walk to
Lower Emerald pool and then continue
on to the sparkling Upper Emerald pools,
passing a waterfall along the way to
discover Zion’s ‘beach’
Day 4
l Bryce Canyon National Park
Mysterious, breathtaking,
out-of-this-world, are only a few of
the descriptions offered by past visitors
to Bryce Canyon National Park. For close
up views, the tour allows plenty of time to
take advantage of the park’s incredible
system of trails, ranging from the easy
Rim Trail to the moderate Queen’s
Garden Trail to the strenuous Peek-aboo Loop. Wherever you walk, you will
Getting around
You’ll travel in air-conditioned,
WiFi-equipped private
vehicles, which offer great
flexibility, convenience
and guarantees to get you
further off the beaten path.
Tour leaders are chosen
for their professionalism,
unbridled passion to explore
and a desire to share in the
experience.
encounter a kaleidoscope of colours
and a fantasyland of rock spires that will
leave you searching for your own way to
describe this ‘indescribable’ place
Day 5
l Monument Valley
Next, enter a special land – Monument
Valley, home of the Navajo and a
perfect setting for incredible sunsets and
sunrises. Enjoy a Navajo guided tour
into seldom-visited areas where you
will experience an incredible array of
monumental rock formations and a rich
Native American culture. Also includes a
visit to Glen Canyon Dam.
Days 6 & 7
l Grand Canyon National Park
Travel to the final destination, Grand
Canyon National Park, where an
introduction is hardly necessary but a
two-night stop certainly is! Walk the rim
or hike down a trail – or simply relax at
the edge of the vast natural wonder.
Day 8
l Route 66 l Las Vegas
On the last day head back to civilisation
and the bright lights of Las Vegas for the
end of your adventure in the Canyons
and Indian lands of the Great American
Southwest. Tour ends at approximately
5pm.
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Grand American Adventures :
National Parks Walk
Price includes:
Accommodation for the duration of the tour private
transport. Price excludes international flights.
Please note:
The hotel selection may change subject to availability.
Day 1
l Las Vegas
Welcome to Las Vegas! Join at 6pm for
a welcome meeting with your group and
tour leader.
Days 2 & 3
Stop for a view of the Hoover Dam before
driving through the Mojave Desert into
Utah, where the true grandeur of Zion
National Park is revealed.
Western Explorer
Price includes:
Accommodation for the duration of the tour and private
transfers. Price excludes international flights.
Please note:
The hotel selection may change subject to availability.
Day 1
l San Francisco
l Yosemite National Park
From the Golden Gates of San Francisco,
make tracks for Yosemite National Park.
Days 2-3
l Yosemite National Park
Explore the park by taking a walk through
the meadows and valleys and keep your
eyes peeled for varied wildlife such as
deer, elk, and if you’re lucky, bears.
Day 4
Walk the meandering Queen’s Garden/
Navajo Loop Trail.
Days 5 & 6
l Moab l Arches National Park
Observe the obscure rock formations of
Goblin Valley State Park before arriving
at Arches National Park. In summer, float
on the nearby Colorado River or in winter
enjoy the charms of Moab.
Day 7
l Monument Valley
Set out on a spectacular, back-country
4x4 and hiking tour of the incomparable
Monument Valley. Your local Navajo
guide will lead you deep into the heart of
the valley.
Day 4
l Death Valley National Park
Sculpted by erosion, richly tinted mudstone
hills and canyons await exploration.
Days 5-6
l Zion National Park
Zion’s multi-coloured cliffs and spring-fed
hanging gardens are spectacular. Take
in the panoramic landscape from Angels
Landing or stroll the banks of the Virgin
River or The Narrows.
Day 7
Peruse the rust-coloured formations of Red
Canyon before continuing on to Bryce
Canyon National Park.
Day 8
l Lake Powell
Descend to the arid plains and past the
Vermillion Cliffs to Glen Canyon and Lake
Day 8
Contemplate the Grand Canyon’s
staggering dimensions as you hike the rim
trails. For a different perspective, take to
the skies on an optional helicopter flight.
Touring Arizona, Utah & The Grand Canyon
Touring – Grand American Adventures
Days 9 & 10
l Havasupai Reservation
Hike to the reservation of Havasupai
inside the Grand Canyon. Visit the most
remote village in the U.S.A, surrounded
by wondrous waterfalls. Pass the ‘50 foot’
Falls, Slide Falls and 100ft Havasu Falls.
Day 11
l Havasupai Reservation l Grand
Canyon National Park l Las Vegas
Make your way to Las Vegas via the
iconic Route 66, finishing with a tour of the
Las Vegas Strip.
Powell. Visit the stunning Antelope Slot
Canyon.
Day 9
l Monument Valley
Stop at Horseshoe Bend for an amazing
view of the Colorado River. Then come
face to face with Monument Valley. Take
a guided backroads tour followed by a
traditional meal – the Navajo Taco.
Days 10-11
Take to the trails at the Grand Canyon
and walk the Bright Angel Trail to Plateau
Point deep inside the canyon.
Day 12
l Las Vegas
En route to Vegas you travel a section
of the original Route 66, visit the quirky
Americana-themed town of Seligman and
stop for a view of the Hoover Dam.
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Arizona, Utah & The Grand Canyon Self-drive
Self-drive – Canyon Adventure
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Leave the bright lights of Vegas behind
as you travel across the desert to the
magnificent Zion National Park. The
stunning sandstone cliffs surround you
as you explore the majesty of the park.
Visitors to Zion Park begin at the Visitor
Centre and then ride environmentally
friendly shuttles through the most scenic
areas of the park. There are many hiking
trails that allow you to explore at your
own pace. Continue to the equally
impressive Bryce Canyon where wind
and rain have carved spires from the red
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l Bryce Canyon l Moab (280 miles)
Drive into Kodachrome Basin State Park
and pass by the Anasazi Indian Village
and through Capitol Reef National Park
before arriving in the Moab Valley. At
Arches National Park see the awesome
power of natural erosion. Standard hotel:
Super 8 Moab. Upgraded hotel: BEST
WESTERN Moab.
Day 5
l Moab l Canyonlands
l Mesa Verde National Park (143 miles)
Explore the canyons of Canyonlands
National Park which took over 300 million
years to form. At Mesa Verde National
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preserved Native American cliff dwellings.
Standard/Upgraded hotel: American
Holiday Mesa Verde Inn Cortez.
Day 6
l Mesa Verde National Park
l Monument Valley l Grand Canyon
(310 miles)
Drive to famous Monument Valley
to see its red sandstone spires and
monoliths. Continue to the trading post of
Cameron and through the Navajo Indian
Reservation to the incredible Grand
Canyon. Standard/Upgraded hotel for
two nights: Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Grand Canyon.
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l Grand Canyon l Las Vegas
A full day at leisure to see one of the
great natural wonders of the world,
the spectacular Grand Canyon, on
an optional day trip by air. In form,
colour and geological significance, the
Grand Canyon of the Colorado River is
unsurpassed. The canyon is 277 miles
long, averaging ten miles in width from
rim to rim and is 5,700 feet deep. Enjoy
more spectacular impressions of the
Grand Canyon before returning via the
gigantic Hoover Dam to Las Vegas.
Day 8
l Las Vegas departure
Return your car at the airport before your
departure flight.
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famous National Parks. There is always
the option to extend the trip to stay longer
in some places.
Day 1
l Phoenix
Arrive Phoenix International Airport,
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Day 2
l Mesa l Flagstaff
Transfer independently to your
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the Grand Canyon.
Day 3
l Grand Canyon l South Rim
Enjoy the peace and quiet and natural
surroundings of the Mather Campground.
The smell of the campfires and BBQs
and the camaraderie of your fellow RV’rs
sharing this amazing location is quite
unique. Drive 140 miles to South Rim of
the Grand Canyon. Be on the rim for the
mesmerising colour changes of sunrise.
Day 4
l Lake Powell
Head east on Highway 64, through
more of Grand Canyon National Park
and through the Kaibab National
Forest to Cameron, where you will go
north on Highway 89 to the City of
Page and fabulous Lake Powell on the
Colorado River. The drive is just under
three hours and 145 miles. Leave early
to enjoy the Lake Powell adventures:
take a speedboat to Rainbow Bridge.
Wahweap RV Park is right on the Lake.
Day 5
l Bryce Canyon
Continue on scenic Highway 89 and
drive the 145 miles for Bryce Canyon
and Ruby’s Inn Campground. On your
journey you will drive through the Dixie
National Forest. Escalante Grand
Staircase National Monument begins
near Ruby’s Inn and is a very unique
region of canyons, arches, plateaus and
cliffs.
Touring Arizona, Utah, The Grand Canyon
Motorhome itinerary – Phoenix to Las Vegas
Day 6
l Zion
Travel south on Highway 89 heading
for Zion National Park (100 miles).
Zion is different again, more lush, but
spectacular too. Just 14 miles further on,
Zion River Resort is ideally located for
easy access to what truly is one of the
nation’s most beautiful parks.
Day 7
l Mesquite
Take the drive to Mesquite to overnight
on your way to Las Vegas (180 miles).
Enjoy a pleasant and interesting drive to
the city which could not be accomplished
in one day. Visit the St. George area; a
historical gold mine full of pioneer homes,
fascinating ghost towns and prehistoric
dinosaur footprints.
Days 8 & 9
l Lake Mead l Hoover Dam
If you wish, you can take Interstate
15 right into Las Vegas. Or, you may
prefer the more leisurely route through
the spectacular Lake Mead Recreation
Area. Continue on Lake Shore Drive; stop
off at Boulder Beach; then turn east for
approximately ten miles to the amazing
Hoover Dam – certainly a most amazing
man-made wonder. Visit the Valley of
Fire State Park on the way to the Hoover
Dam. Head to the fabulous Oasis Resort
Campground.
Day 10
l Las Vegas
Only 15 miles to Cruise America Las
Vegas to drop off your motorhome.
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Sorrell River Ranch, Utah
With its idyllic location on the banks of the Colorado River and its spectacular backdrop
of Red Rock towers and buttes, Sorrel River Ranch is a truly awe-inspiring venue. Bringing
luxury accommodation to a destination famed for its exhilarating adventure activities, it is an
exquisite base from which to explore the Southwest.
Accommodation
●●Spacious rooms and suites combine
elegant ranch charm with the comforts of
home. Deluxe amenities include kitchenettes,
tiled bathrooms, dog-beamed ceilings and
copper-top furniture as standard in all rooms
●●Mountain View Suites look toward the
stunning red rock formations of Professor
Valley and the La Sal Mountain Range.
Amenities include one king-size or two
queen-size beds, a mini-refrigerator,
microwave and a dining area
●●River View Deluxe Suites feature
hydrotherapy bathtubs, overstuffed sofas
and breath-taking views
Facilities
●●Excellent cuisine, service and ambience
at the River Grill Restaurant. Enjoy lunch or
seasonal tapas on the al fresco River Deck.
Gourmet room service and boxed lunches
also available
●●Range of massage therapy, body
treatments and holistic treatments inspired by
the natural environment of Utah to promote
health and wellness in a small, intimate spa
Sorrell River Ranch
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Stagecoach Trails Ranch, Arizona
Welcome to the Wild West! Stagecoach Trails Ranch embraces all that’s great about a
traditional dude ranch and promises a holiday with a difference, in beautiful north-west
Arizona just a 100 mile drive from Las Vegas. This desert destination offers a glimpse of
the old West, breath-taking views and year-round beautiful weather. Ride in the beautiful
Arizona desert with friendly wranglers who have made the dude ranch their home. The ranch
borders over 360,000 acres of natural western desert beauty at the foot of the Mohave and
Hualapai mountains.
Accommodation
●●There is space for 42 guests in a series of
rooms decorated to reflect the colours and
feel of the surrounding area
●●Every room at the guest ranch has a
porch with benches, rocking chairs and
views of the cactus gardens and mountains
●●All guest rooms have air conditioning,
hairdryers, some with mini refrigerators and
all are extra roomy to accommodate guests
who require easy access or extra space
Facilities
●●Saddle up for a slow, scenic rides
amongst the cactus landscape or more
experienced riders can venture further and
faster into the desert
●●Enjoy relaxing by the centrally-located
swimming pool or hot tub, read in comfort in
the Frontier Lodge, sit back in the courtyard
and make this your go-to spot for relaxtion
●●Step back in time and climb aboard for a
wagon ride during the day or at night under
a beautiful moonlit sky. On cooler nights the
owner builds a campfire in the courtyard
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(one on check-in and one on check-out
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Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at
Gainey Ranch
Yavapai Lodge, Grand Canyon South
Set amidst flowering cactus and framed against the majestic
McDowell Mountains lies a resort of stunning beauty, Hyatt Regency
Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch. From your private
balcony or patio, look out to breathtaking sunsets or magnificent golf
course views.
For a front-row seat at an early morning Grand Canyon sunrise, the
perfect place to stay overnight is Yavapai Lodge, just a mile from the
Canyon South Rim. Simply walk up the Greenway Trail directly from
Yavapai Lodge until you get to the Grand Canyon Visitor Center®.
Accommodation
●●All rooms have balcony or patio, custom beds, iHome stereo with
iPod® docking station and 37 inch flatscreen TV
Facilities
●●Restaurants serving Italian, sushi and wood-fired favourites
●●Spa Avania, two and a half acre water playground with ten pools,
waterslide and sand beach
●●Jogging paths and bicycling trails with available on-site bicycles
●●27 holes of championship golf at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club
adjacent to the resort
Accommodation
●●Rooms in Yavapai East have two queen-size beds, a king-size bed
or a twin-over-twin bunk bed, with air conditioning
●●Rooms in Yavapai West have two queen-size beds, without air
conditioning
Facilities
●●Not only benefiting from cosy seating areas and an outdoor
patio, the main lodge is also home to the newly-remodelled Yavapai
Lodge Restaurant, offering a menu of hearty, South-western-inspired
meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner
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general store, bank and post office
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mile away, BEST WESTERN PLUS Ruby’s Inn offers the ideal base
from which to discover Kodacrome State Park, Cedar Breaks
National Monument and Grand Stair Case National Monument.
After seeing the sights, be sure to visit Old Bryce Town for shopping,
souvenirs and delicious treats, or unwind at night at Ebenezer’s
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Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
Northern
California
The Golden Gate
Bridge is one of the
Seven Wonders of the
Modern World,
measuring 2,737m
long and rising 227m
above the water.
Sausalito
From the streets of San Francisco to the dizzy
heights of the redwood trees in Muir Woods,
picture perfect Sausalito to the vineyards covering
the fertile soils of Napa Valley, Northern
California is an eclectic mix with a fine climate
and a treasure trove of delights to discover.
l Hiking Mount Tamalpais just north of San
Francisco’s Golden Gate for stunning bird’s
eye views of the redwood trees in Muir Woods
l Testing the wines of the Napa Valley
l Heading to the Central Coast to see the
beaches of Monterey and Santa Barbara
l Sailing to Alcatraz Island in San Francisco
and taking a leisurely audio tour to hear about
the lives of the incarcerated inmates and the
prison officers and their families who called this
place home
A tipple or two in Napa Valley
For luscious wines and stunning
views, Napa Valley can’t be
beaten. The weather and the
rich, fertile soils make for ideal
growing conditions. Feel free to
take a self-guided tour of the
area, taking in wineries on the
way for lunch or dinner, or join
an organized sojourn into the
wine region, where you can
really get under the skin of the
grape growing industry.
CALIFORNIA
NEVADA
Lake Tahoe
Sacramento
Napa Valley
San Francisco
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Santa Barbara
Sequoia National Park
Death Valley
National Park
McWay Falls, Big Sur
Yosemite National Park is a magnificent natural playground with
some of the world’s most well-known monoliths like El Capitan
and Half Dome rising majestically over waterfalls and lakes,
soaring redwoods and crashing rivers. Seek out the wildlife and
take time to connect with nature, using a good guide book or
seeking support from one of the knowledgeable and
experienced National Park guides who are on hand to help.
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Out & about along the coast
In Monterey, visit Point Lobos State Reserve for fabulous views of
the surf crashing on the rocks then continue to Big Sur, a place of
legends and folklore between the Santa Lucia Mountains and the
Pacific Ocean. Head for Santa Barbara as you drive down the
famous Pacific Highway, and once there, soak up the
Mediterranean-style sights of this beautiful destination underneath
the Santa Ynez Mountains.
Hop-On Hop-Off & Alcatraz
Tour
Duration: 48 hours
Price from: Adult £88, Child £73 (5-15
years)
Experiences Northern California
Northern California experiences
Wine Country Tour
Vista Helicopter Tour
Duration: Full day
Duration: 2 hours (includes 20 minute
flight)
Price from: Adult £130, Child £100
(2-12 years)
Price includes:
Narrated tour of Napa and Sonoma
Winery tour and tastings
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Price includes:
48 hop-on hop-off bus sightseeing ticket
Panoramic night tour and Sausalito tour, three walking
tours, the 7D Experience and one hour bike rental
Trip to Alcatraz
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Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise
through the city on an open top bus
and learn about San Francisco’s unique
history. You can hop-on and off the bus
at many intriguing places, visit attractions
or get refreshments before hopping
back onboard to continue your journey.
The tour’s main highlight is the trip over
to Alcatraz and the journey over the
Golden Gate Bridge. Don’t forget your
camera to help capture some memorable
moments!
Price includes:
Complimentary return shuttle from three central
locations to the heliport
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Sonoma and Napa counties’
Mediterranean climate makes them the
premium wine grape growing provinces
of North America. Your driver-guide will
lead you to and from the wine country
and you will visit a couple of wineries for
tasting and a winery tour. Tour highlights
include a narrated tour of Napa and
Sonoma Wine country, winery tour and
tastings (two or three of the following
wineries: Madonna Estates, Cline
Cellars, Sutter Home and Jacuzzi Family
Vineyard).
Board a Bell Jet helicopter for an exciting
and unforgettable adventure above
San Francisco. Music accompanies
spontaneous narration by the trained
pilots as they fly you around the
renowned hills of San Francisco and
the striking Bay and city area. Take
snapshots of famous landmarks including
Alcatraz Island and the Golden
Gate Bridge. Sweep over the Marin
Headlands and spot Mount Tamalpais
in the distance, before soaring over the
quirky seafront town of Sausalito.
Day 1
●●San Francisco ●●Lake Tahoe
Head for the hills and the shores of
Lake Tahoe and discover why it is the
choice destination for locals to kick back
and relax. Swim, kayak, hike or enjoy
a myriad of water-based activities in
this picturesque setting and top of your
evening with an optional sunset sailboat
cruise.
Day 3
●●Yosemite National Park
●●San Francisco
Departing Yosemite make a stop at a
grove of towering sequoias on your way
back to the ‘City by the Bay’. Another
impressive display of mother nature’s
handiwork, sequoias are amongst the
tallest trees in the world, growing to over
110m in height. Your tour then finishes in
San Francisco.
NEVADA
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Lake Tahoe
Yosemite NP
San Francisco
CALIFORNIA
San Francisco to Yosemite
mini camping tour
Price includes:
Professional tour leader, private transport, all
accommodation and camping equipment (excluding
sleeping bags)
Two nights camping accommodation
The Sierra Nevada mountains
Camp near shores of Lake Tahoe
Yosemite’s famous sequoias, wilderness and waterfalls
Spectacular walks and hikes
●●
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From San Francisco, head out across
the Sierra Nevada Mountains en route
to the crystal clear waters of Lake
Tahoe. Spend a full day in majestic
Yosemite National Park, one of the most
spectacular wilderness regions.
Day 2
●●Yosemite National Park
After crossing the 10,000ft Tioga
Pass, you get your first glimpse of this
incomparable landscape of glacier
carved cliffs and cascading waterfalls.
Make your way to Yosemite’s famous
Nevada Falls for unparalleled views of El
Capitan’s sheer granite rock face.
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this fantastic city right away. Hotel for
three nights: Luxor Hotel & Casino, Las
Vegas.
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Day 7
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tour.
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Day 8
l Las Vegas l Palm Springs
l Los Angeles
Journey to Palm Springs, with its lively
downtown area and immaculately kept
golf courses at the base of the rugged
San Jacinto Mountains. In the late
afternoon, arrive in Los Angeles. Hotel for
three nights: Queen Mary Long Beach,
Los Angeles.
Day 9
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Santa Monica, glamorous Hollywood
and posh Beverly Hills. You will be able
to stop by the ‘finish line’ of historic
Route 66, see an iconic Californian
lifeguard tower made famous by
Baywatch, walk on the boulevard of stars
and take a great photo of the famous
Hollywood sign.
Day 10
l Los Angeles (The O.C./San Diego)
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excursion to San Diego. Enjoy a city
tour including the historic Old Town,
the Gas Lamp district, and the bay front
picturesque Seaport Village before
returning to Los Angeles in the late
afternoon.
Day 11
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Your tour ends today.
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dinner at the end of Pier 39 at Swiss
Louis Restaurant. Hotel for two nights:
Hotel Zephyr, San Francisco.
Day 5
l Portland
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Day 2
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Day 6
l Portland l Seattle
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Station and board the Coast Starlight®
for Seattle. The lush forests and fertile
valleys provide a stunning backdrop for
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arrival in Seattle, check into your hotel
and start exploring all this beautiful city
has to offer. Hotel for two nights: Crowne
Plaza Seattle.
Day 3
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Muir Woods and the charming city of
Sausalito. On the drive to Muir Woods,
you’ll cross over the Golden Gate Bridge
and then disembark in the serene forest
filled with towering redwoods. Once
you’ve taken in all the natural beauty that
Muir Woods has to offer, you’ll spend
some quality time in Sausalito, a stunning
seaside village that is home to many
artists. Then, ride back to Fisherman’s
Wharf and transfer on your own to the
Amtrak station, where you will board the
Coast Starlight® for Portland. The scenery
along this route is truly breathtaking and
widely regarded as one of the most
spectacular of all train routes.
Day 4
l Portland
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of Roses’. If you’re looking for something
to do, Portland has more than 30 local
breweries. It is also a shopper’s paradise
since it doesn’t have any sales tax. Hotel
for two nights: Rose Garden Hotel,
Portland.
Day 7
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you will visit all the city’s top attractions,
including the world famous Pike Place
Market. Your fun-filled day in Seattle also
includes a ride to the top of the Space
Needle, the most iconic structure in the
city. Travel 520 feet above the ground to
the observation deck for amazing views
of Mt. Rainer and Elliot Bay.
Day 8
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Your journey ends in Seattle.
*2-day hop-on hop-off trolley tour is seasonal late
May to early October. Museum admission will be
included in the off-season.
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toward the cosmopolitan city of Los
Angeles and your hotel. Standard hotel:
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Day 5
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including hip Santa Monica, glamorous
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made famous by ‘Baywatch’, walk on
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Standard hotel: Quality Inn & Suites
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Anaheim.
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(120 miles)
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favorite playground for the stars of
the entertainment industry. Standard
hotel: Quality Inn. Upgraded hotel: The
Saguaro Palm Springs.
Day 7
l Palm Springs l Phoenix/Scottsdale
(280 miles)
There is time this morning to shop in the
exclusive boutiques and shops of Palm
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Phoenix. Standard hotel: Holiday Inn
Express & Suites Scottsdale - Old Town.
Upgrade hotel: The Saguaro Scottsdale.
Day 8
l Phoenix/Scottsdale l Montezuma
Castle l Sedona (130 miles)
Visit the ancient cliff dwellings known as
Montezuma Castle. Then continue to
the idyllic town of Sedona. Standard/
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Day 9
l Sedona l Oak Creek Canyon
l Grand Canyon (110 miles)
This morning a short drive takes you
to Oak Creek Canyon and Flagstaff,
then arrive at the extraordinary Grand
Canyon. Standard hotel: Holiday Inn
Express & Suites Grand Canyon.
Upgraded hotel: Yavapai Lodge West.
Days 10 & 11
l Grand Canyon l Las Vegas
(290 miles)
Today’s drive takes you through Williams
on historic Route 66 and Kingman to
one of the world’s greatest man-made
structures, Hoover Dam. Continue to Las
Vegas for two nights. Standard hotel:
Excalibur Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas.
Upgraded hotel: Luxor Hotel & Casino,
Las Vegas.
Day 12
l Las Vegas l Death Valley (140 miles)
Depart at noon for the drive across
the Amargosa Desert to Death Valley
National Park. Standard/upgraded
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Valley.
Day 13
l Death Valley l Yosemite (350 miles)
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landscape from the desolation of Death
Valley, as the drive takes you into the
high Sierra Nevada Mountains via
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of America’s most scenic national parks.
Standard hotel: Americas Best Value
Inn - Yosemite Southgate, Oakhurst.
Upgraded hotel: Cedar Lodge, El Portal.
Day 14
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Motorhome itinerary – Northern California Highlights
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Day 3
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Visit Alcatraz Island, a captivating insight
into this former prison, which also offers
great views of the city from the island and
boat journey. Bike or walk across the
Golden Gate Bridge and take the ferry
back for an unforgettable experience.
Day 4
l Sonoma County (105 miles)
Head north to Sonoma County, with more
than 300 friendly wineries, farm-to-table
restaurants, art galleries, redwoods, and
trails that meander over oak covered hills.
Day 5
l Gualala Point Regional Park
(60 miles)
Drive north on Highway 101 through
Sonoma County or hike the nature trail in
Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve near
Guerneville. On Highway 1, stop at Point
Arena historic lighthouse and embrace
nature in Gualala Point Regional Park.
Day 6
l Eureka (177 miles)
Continue along Highway 1, dwarfed by
300-foot-tall redwoods on the Avenue of
Giants. At Meyers Flat, pass through the
Drive-Thru-Tree. Tour Humboldt Bay by
boat, then shop and dine in Old Town
Eureka.
Day 7 & 8
l Mount Shasta (205 miles)
Travelling east from Eureka, admire
Weaverville’s historic sites, and learn
about pioneer life at the Jake Jackson
Museum. Drive along Everitt Memorial
Highway to capture breath-taking views
of majestic Mount Shasta.
Day 9
l Hat Creek (70 miles)
Take highway 89 toward McCloud
and McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial
State Park, which features a 129-foot
high waterfall. Subway Cave offers an
opportunity to walk through a third-mile
long volcanic lava tube.
Day 10 & 11
l Lake Tahoe (212 miles)
Take a drive to Lake Tahoe, the beautiful
jewel in the mountains that offers so much
to in every season. Evening dinner cruises
on the lake are a great way to end your
day with spectacular views.
Day 12
l Sacramento (104 miles)
Take time to explore California’s capital,
Sacramento.
Day 13 & 14
l Yosemite National Park (132 miles)
In Yosemite National Park, see giant
sequoias, El Capitan and Half Dome,
where the views are particularly
impressive at sunrise. Walk to Mirror
Lake or picnic near Bridal Falls and keep
an eye out for the wildlife that calls this
place home.
Day 15
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The drive today is around 158 miles, so
we recommend booking the Early Bird
Departure special, allowing you to return
the RV up to 3pm at the Cruise America
depot in San Francisco.
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Northern California San Francisco & Napa Valley
Pier 2620 at Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco
From its waterfront location near Fisherman’s Wharf/Pier 39,
the recently refurbished Pier 2620 hotel is well situated for San
Francisco’s delights.
Accommodation
●●233 rooms including luxury en suite bathroom, with luxurious
bathroom products
●●50 inch HD LCD TV, safe and mini-refrigerator
●●Workspace with desk and ergonomic chairs
Facilities
●●Bay Street Bistro serving a full American breakfast daily
●●Relax at Even Keel Lounge
●●Bay Street Market for around-the-clock convenience
●●State-of-the-art fitness centre
●●Central location near to tourist attractions, shops and multiple
dining options
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Downtown San Francisco provides a lively setting for Handlery
Union Square, in the heart of the city. Accommodation is smart,
comfortable and classic – a great choice for travellers interested in
shopping, restaurants and seeing the sights.
Accommodation
●●Historic Section Rooms include cable TV and mini-refrigerators
●●Luxurious Premier Section rooms either have a pool or city view,
many with balconies
●●Complimentary coffee and tea is provided in every room
Facilities
●●Outdoor heated swimming pool, sauna and fitness room
●●All-day dining at the Daily Grill Restaurant & Bar – located just
off the lobby, here you can enjoy classic Americana cuisine, exciting
desserts and beer, wine or cocktails at the bar
●●Complimentary full American breakfast for up to two people per
room (local charge will apply for any extra guests)
●●Cable car stop on the corner of the hotel taking guests to
Fisherman’s Wharf
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River Terrace Inn Napa Valley
A peaceful, rejuvenating setting overlooking Napa River, a luxurious
boutique hotel, perfect for discovering the valley’s delights.
Accommodation
●●Airy, luxurious rooms with modern convenience and comfort
●●Soothing Whirlpool tub in the bathroom
Facilities
●●Restaurant Cuvee featuring High Country cuisine. Farm fresh
seasonal menu and fireside seating and an award-winning wine list
●●Cuvee’s Lounge & Patio has a relaxing atmosphere with firepit
and live music
●●Serene park side location with heated pool, fitness centre, and
downtown river walks
●●Fitness centre
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Wuksachi Lodge, Sequoia
Magnificent wildlife, soaring cliff faces and cascading waterfalls are
just some of the reasons millions of people every year are drawn to
Yosemite National Park. Yosemite View Lodge is the perfect place
to drink in the awesome views, breathe in the pure air and take a
moment to revel in the might of the native giant sequoia trees.
Nestled in majestic mountains, Wuksachi Lodge enjoys an excellent
location in Sequoia National Park. The décor complements the
surroundings with natural woods and cosy fireplaces while stunning
views of the High Sierra mountain peaks and enchanting forest will
take your breath away.
Accommodation
●●336 rooms with mountain or river views each have one king-size
or two queen-size beds and most with balconies
●●Kitchenette, hairdryer and coffee making facilities
Accommodation
●●102 spacious guest rooms with private bathroom and
shower/tub combination
●●One king-size or two queen-size beds with premium bedding and
Egyptian cotton linens
●●Satellite TV as well as refrigerators, coffee and tea making
facilities and complimentary toiletries
Facilities
●●One indoor and three outdoor pools and an indoor and six
outdoor spas
●●Yosemite View Convenience Store for groceries, snacks and
picnic food
●●Guests can fill up for the day at Yosemite View Lodge’s full-service
restaurant, overlooking the wild and scenic Merced River
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sledding to hiking, biking and horseback riding
●●Excellent location with stunning views of the natural surrounds
Yosemite View Lodge
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Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
BEST WESTERN PLUS Pepper Tree Inn,
Santa Barbara
The Hilton Garden Inn sits nestled among majestic Monterey Pines in
a dramatic and colourful garden setting. Located just half a mile from
Monterey Bay’s beautiful beaches.
Accommodation
●●Tasteful guest rooms featuring private balcony, microwave, coffee
maker and granite finished bathroom
Facilities
●●The Pacific Grille serves fine Coastal California cuisine
●●Fitness centre
●●Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool spa
●●Private poolside cabanas and fire pit
Offering elegant Spanish-inspired architecture and all the luxury of
modern resort facilities, the prime position on Upper State Street is
just minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, superb golfing and the
Santa Ynez wine country.
Accommodation
●●Air-conditioned rooms with refrigerator, microwave, shower and
tub combination baths, coffee maker, hairdryer, make-up mirror, iron
and ironing board, wall safe, complimentary bottled water, fresh fruit,
Lorna Doone cookies, seersucker bathrobes, flatscreen television with
complimentary HBO and DVD player with free movie rentals
Facilities
●●Full service restaurant and cocktail lounge
●●Massage room and fitness centre
●●Two large swimming pools and two whirlpools
●●Assorted coffees and fruit available in the lobby 24 hours a day
●●Complimentary Santa Barbara Airport and Amtrak® shuttle service
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
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Southern California
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Venice Beach
Southern
California
Disneyland, Hollywood, LA, Santa Monica, San
Diego… the list of ‘must sees’ in Southern California just
goes on and on! Whatever your passion, prepare to
satisfy your appetite in this glorious region of the
American west coast. Sunshine, surf, seriously good fun;
Southern California is a destination with so much to offer.
Venice was founded
as a seaside resort in
1904 by Abbot
Kinney. The area
features several canals
just like the Italian city
which was its
inspiration.
l Checking out the beaches around
San Diego, where magnificent sea
lions languish on the surf battered rocks
l Heading to the original Disneyland
or the fabulous LEGOLAND® for a day
of high-adrenalin action and adventure
l Spending a while in Venice for
exclusive shopping, fine dining and a
cool, laid-back vibe. Venice Beach is
an eclectic beach-side resort popular
with skaters and surfers
Los Angeles
San Diego
Beverly Hills
Hollywood
Los Angeles
CALIFORNIA
Santa Monica
Anaheim
Palm Springs
Huntington Beach
PACIFIC
OCEAN
San Diego
Venice Beach
Fame & fortune
Hollywood Boulevard features famed
landmarks like the Hollywood Walk of
Fame and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, a
functioning movie theatre with movie stars'
footprints and handprints located in the
entryway. The Hollywood & Highland
entertainment complex includes numerous
shops, restaurants and the Kodak Theatre,
home to the annual Academy Awards
Oscars ceremony.
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Walk on the wild side (of the city)
The San Diego Zoo lies inside Balboa Park
and is home to more than 4,000 creatures,
including giant pandas, koalas, African
elephants, polar bears and cougars. The
zoo has a cable car which offers fantastic
views over the park and beyond. Time
spent in San Diego Zoo is the perfect way
for all ages to while away a day learning
about the wonders of the natural world.
A day at the pier
Built in 1909, the historic Santa Monica
Pier features carnival rides including a
roller coaster and towering Ferris wheel.
The pier also has a vintage 1922
carousel, an aquarium and arcades, as
well as snack carts, restaurants and an
old-fashioned ice cream parlour. It’s the
perfect place to stop as you ride a bike
along the beach-side path from Venice
towards Malibu.
LA City Tour
Warner Bros Studio Tour
Duration: 4.5 hours
Departs: Daily
Price from Adult £39, Child £28 (3-8 years)
Duration: 3 hours
Departs: Daily
This tour takes you through the streets and avenues walked by
wannabe actors, famous singers and talented dancers, so you
can follow in their footsteps and understand the appeal of the
City of Angels. LA is the stuff of legends and the city really does
have it all; drama, bright lights and streets that hold the secrets
of the thousands of entertainers who have call this place home.
See the famous Hollywood sign and Mann’s Chinese Theatre,
renowned for its permanent collection of handprints, footprints
and signatures of movie stars such as Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn
Monroe and dozens of others. Take a stroll on the Hollywood
Walk of Fame and then head straight to Beverly Hills and
Italian-inspired Rodeo Drive. Next to Beverly Hills is Century
City, the business centre of the entertainment industry and home
of 20th Century Fox Movie Studios. On to the Farmers Market
where the food is the freshest, the produce only the best and gift
shops are unique.
Your magical movie tour begins at the Warner Bros. Tour Store
and Centre where you can enjoy breakfast or lunch among
studio personnel. The journey then starts, through the historic
Warner Bros. backlot. Witness some familiar locations from
popular films and television series, past and present. From
Midwest Street’s quaint town square to Hennesy Street’s
urban city exteriors, to the jungle’s forested lagoon, there are
recognisable movie moments around every corner. Walk on to
the set of a hit television show and visit the costume and prop
departments. Browse a rare collection of costumes, props, sets,
scripts and correspondence in the Warner Bros. Museum. See
Stage 16 – the tallest sound prod in North America and take a
photo of yourself in your favourite WB movie with the magic of
Green Screen. With actual filming and production all around,
no two tours are alike and the possibilities are endless.
Disneyland® Resort
Universal Studios Hollywood
Price from: 2-Day 1 Park Per Day Ticket - Adult £130, Child
£120 (3-9 years)
2-Day Park Hopper® Ticket - Adult £155, Child £147 (3-9
years)
3-Day Park Hopper® Ticket with Magic Morning - Adult £190,
Child £182 (3-9 years)
Price from: Universal Studios Hollywood 1 Day Pass - Adult
£78, Child £63 (3-9 years)
Disneyland has a permanent place in the hearts and minds of
millions of people around the world, and it’s not difficult to see
why once you visit this magical place. Make memories and
moments to cherish at the happiest place on Earth, Disneyland!
Disneyland Park opened in 1955 and is Walt Disney’s original
theme park, divided into eight themed lands — Main Street,
U.S.A., Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Mickey’s Toontown,
Frontierland, Critter Country, New Orleans Square and
Adventureland. The young – and young at heart – are all
catered for in Disneyland, where dreams come true and lifelong memories are made. From Big Thunder Mountain to Buzz
Lightyear Astro Blasters, California Screamin’ to the Indiana
Jones Adventure, there’s literally something for everyone, from
adrenalin junkies to those who prefer a calmer pace of life. A
world of adventure awaits, as you ride a rollercoaster, high five
your favourite character or stroll around the beautiful park.
Experiences Southern California
Southern California experiences
Go behind the scenes on the world-famous Studio Tour to
explore where Hollywood movies are made. Then, face action
head-on in heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put
you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV
shows. And from magical spells to magical creatures, from dark
villains to daring heroes, it’s all here. Hold on tight for the Studio
Tour’s all-new grand finale, Fast & Furious – Supercharged!
Join Gru, his daughters and the rebellious Minions on a
heartwarming and thrilling 3-D ride.
©2015 Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.
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Northern California Touring
Touring – Western Landscapes coach tour
Day 8
l Mammoth Lakes l Yosemite
An early start to join the seasonal scenic
gondola ride to the summit of Mammoth
is a great way to start the day. Next,
drive to the Tioga Pass into the scenic
wonderland of Yosemite National Park
for awe-inspiring views of El Capitan,
Half Dome, Bridal Falls and Yosemite
Falls. Hotel: Modesto Hotel, Yosemite.
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and continue through the Painted Desert
to Monument Valley. Hotel: BEST
WESTERN Lake Powell.
Day 4
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l Bryce Canyon
Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam and
enjoy views of stunning Lake Powell.
Enter the state of Utah, pass through the
town of Kanab before visiting spectacular
Bryce Canyon. An evening of star gazing
awaits, weather permitting. Hotel: Ruby’s
Inn, Bryce Canyon.
Day 9
l Yosemite l San Francisco
Depart early to arrive in wonderful San
Francisco, with its steep streets, cable
cars and quirky outlook. Hotel for two
nights: Serrano Hotel, San Francisco.
Day 10
San Francisco (Napa Valley optional)
Hang on the outside of one of the city’s
famous cable cars as it traverses the
steep streets to Fisherman’s Wharf. Be
sure to gaze across the bay to Alcatraz
Island and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Day 5
l Bryce Canyon l Zion
l Las Vegas
Travel to Zion National Park and see the
massive rock formations carved by wind,
time, and the Virgin River. Then for a
complete contrast, continue to Las Vegas.
Hotel for two nights: Luxor Las Vegas Pyramid Rooms.
Day 11
l Shell/Pismo Beach
Depart San Francisco this morning for the
drive to Monterey and visit Fisherman’s
Wharf and famous Cannery Row. Tour
Carmel-by-the-Sea and continue south
through Paso Robles. Hotel: Oxford
Suites Pismo Beach.
Day 6
l Las Vegas
Enjoy the many attractions that Las Vegas
has to offer.
Day 12
l Shell/Pismo Beach l Santa Barbara
l Malibu l Beverly Hills
l Los Angeles
Journey south through the Santa Ynez
Valley into Santa Barbara and then
arrive in Los Angeles. Stop in lively Santa
Monica for lunch or visit the famous
boardwalk. Climb aboard an afternoon
tour of The City of Angels, spot the
famous Beverly Hills signs and the iconic
Hollywood letters.
Day 7
l Las Vegas l Death Valley
l Mammoth Lakes
Swing by the iconic Vegas Welcome
Sign for a photo opportunity, then
continue to Death Valley, through to
the alpine resort town of Mammoth
Lakes. Hotel: Mammoth Mountain
Inn, Mammoth Mountain OR BEST
WESTERN Village Inn, Fresno (winter).
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Rails to the Grand Canyon
Departs: Up to five departures per
month, please check with your travel
agent for more details
Price includes:
• Roundtrip Amtrak® from Los Angeles to Williams
• A Grand Rim coach tour of the Canyon including
lunch
• 2 nights hotel accommodation
• 2 nights on board Amtrak®
• Meals as specified: one breakfast, one lunch and
one dinner
Price excludes:
Climb aboard for the trip of a lifetime
from Los Angeles to the Grand Canyon.
Board Amtrak in the City of Angels and
soak up the picturesque scenery of the
great American Southwest through to
Arizona.
Day 1
l Your journey begins on board
Amtrak® in Los Angeles
The journey begins in Los Angeles, on
board the train to Williams. Enjoy the
ever-changing scenery on the way to the
captivating Grand Canyon. The train route
winds through narrow canyon passages,
offering a unique perspective landscape.
(Overnight onboard the train).
Day 2
l Williams l Grand Canyon
Enjoy breakfast at the Grand Depot Café
and board the Grand Canyon Railway
to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.
A Grand Rim Tour with hot buffet lunch
is included, as you soak up the view.
Breakfast and lunch included. Hotel for
two nights: Grand Canyon South Rim,
Maswik Lodge or similar.
CALIFORNIA
RNIA
Paso Robles
Santa Babara
Los Angeles
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Hearst Castle
Price from: £1,373pp
Price includes:
•Rail travel on Amtrak® from Los Angeles to San
Francisco on the Coast Starlight
•Round-trip transportation from Paso Robles Amtrak
station to Paso Robles hotel
•8 nights moderate hotel accommodation
•Two meals included (one lunch in Paso Robles and one
dinner in San Francisco)
Price excludes:
Day 1
l Your journey begins in Los Angeles
Take to the streets of the City of Angels,
brimming with life and character. Hotel
for two nights: The L.A. Downtown Hotel,
Los Angeles.
Day 2
l Los Angeles
Prepare to get up close and personal
Day 3
l Grand Canyon
Take the day to explore one of the
Canyon’s trails. There are options to suit
all abilities and a convenient hop-on hopoff bus to viewing points and trail heads.
While you’re at the Canyon, witness the
glorious colours of the day slowly coming
to life as the sun rises over the Canyon.
Day 4
l Overnight on board Amtrak®
It’s back to Williams to celebrate the last
night of your Grand Canyon journey, with
an included dinner at the Grand Depot
Café. After dinner, board your transfer
from the hotel to the Amtrak station and
hop on the train back to Los Angeles.
(Overnight on board the train).
Day 5
l Your journey ends in Los Angeles
Day 5
l Santa Barbara l Paso Robles
Climb aboard Amtrak’s Coast Starlight
to Paso Robles, one of California’s
hidden gems. Spend time exploring the
quaint town square, with its shops and
restaurants. Hotel for two nights: Hampton
Inn Paso Robles.
San Francisco
Calfornia Dreamin rail tour
Touring Southern California
Touring – Southern California rail journeys
with movies stars on a trolley ride
through Hollywood and surrounding
neighbourhood.
Day 3
l Los Angeles l Santa Barbara
Peruse the rugged Pacific Coast on
board Amtrak’s Coast Starlight® to Santa
Barbara. There’s time to explore the
charming town which is known as an artlover’s haven.
Day 4
l Santa Barbara
Travelling by open-air trolley car, visit
Santa Barbara Courthouse, Santa
Barbara Zoo, Museum of Natural
History, Old Town, and Old Mission.
Hotel: BEST WESTERN PLUS Peppertree
Inn, Santa Barbara.
Day 6
l Santa Barbara and the vineyards
Enjoy a tour of between four and six of
Paso Robles’ wineries and sample some
of the finest wine this area is famous for. A
leisurely vineyard picnic lunch is included.
Day 7
l Paso Robles l San Francisco
Enjoy a tour of Hearst Castle then board
the train to San Francisco. In Emeryville,
take a coach transfer across the bay
to San Francisco. Hotel for two nights:
Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf, San
Francisco.
Day 8
l San Francisco
Explore all San Francisco has to offer on a
deluxe sightseeing tour of this magnificent
city. Dinner in Fisherman’s Wharf is
included.
Day 9
l Your journey ends in San Francisco
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Southern California Self-drive
Self-drive – Western Values
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original Disneyland Park. Hotel: Quality
Inn Palm Springs.
Day 3
l Palm Springs l Joshua Tree
National Park l Laughlin (260 miles)
Set out east through Coachella Valley
to Joshua Tree National Park. Continue
to Needles and then Laughlin. Hotel:
Aquarius Casino Resort.
Day 4
l Laughlin l Williams (260 miles)
Drive east for Kingman and join Route
66 to travel along the longest stretch that
remains of this historic route to Seligman.
Visit Grand Canyon Caverns before
arriving in the town of Williams, gateway
to the Grand Canyon. Hotel: Days Inn
Flagstaff - West Route 66, Flagstaff.
Day 5
l Williams l Grand Canyon
l Lake Powell (260 miles)
Make your way north to Grand Canyon
National Park, which really has to be
seen to be believed. Continue north
through the Navajo Nation Indian
Reservation to Lake Powell. Hotel:
Travelodge Page, Lake Powell.
Day 6
l Bryce Canyon (170 miles)
Set out west for Kanab where the
exhilarating scent of sage and cedar fills
the air, then drive north to Utah’s Bryce
Canyon National Park. Hotel: Bryce
View Lodge, Bryce Canyon.
Day 7
l Bryce Canyon l Zion l Las Vegas
(240 miles)
Spend the morning exploring more of
Bryce Canyon before continuing to Zion
National Park, then continue west to Las
Vegas, Nevada. Hotel for two nights:
Excalibur Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas.
Day 8
l Las Vegas
Enjoy a full day, Las Vegas style.
Day 9
l Las Vegas l Death Valley l Fresno
(450 miles)
Snap a shot at the iconic ‘Welcome to
Las Vegas’ sign before venturing west to
Death Valley National Park in the famous
Mojave Desert. Continue through the
Panamint Mountains to Ridgecrest, Visalia
and Fresno. Hotel: Holiday Inn Express &
Suites Dinuba West.
Day 10
l Fresno l Yosemite l San Francisco
(152 miles)
Travel north to Yosemite National Park
for unforgettable waterfalls, grand
meadows, and spectacular rock
formations. Drive the short distance to
San Francisco. Hotel for two nights: The
Good Hotel, San Francisco.
Day 11
l San Francisco
Spend a full day exploring neighbourhoods
including Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown,
Union Square, Nob Hill, the Embarcadero
and Golden Gate Park.
Day 12
l Central Coast (289miles)
Head south for an exhilarating trip along
17 -Mile Drive from Pacific Grove to
Pebble Beach. Drive through the quaint
village of Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur,
where mountains plunge into the Pacific
Ocean. Hotel: Courtesy Inn San Simeon.
Day 13
l Central Coast l Solvang l Santa
Barbara l Los Angeles (289miles)
Continue south through Pismo Beach on
the way to Solvang. Further south is Santa
Barbara, often described as the American
Riviera, and on to Los Angeles. Hotel:
Quality Inn & Suites Anaheim Resort.
Day 14
l Los Angeles departure
Return your rental car at Los Angeles
International Airport prior to your departure.
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l Mojave Desert l Las Vegas
(140 miles)
This two hour drive skirts the mighty
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Day 4
l Kingsman, Arizona (120 miles)
Cross the mighty Hoover Dam into
Arizona and explore the magnificent
man-made structure that channels the
cascading Colorado River. Visit the
museum to learn how it was constructed
and climb up to the bridge, 221 metres
high, to take a photo with one foot in
Arizona and the other in Colorado! Then
it’s on to Kingman, gateway to Historic
Route 66.
Day 5
l Grand Canyon (150 miles)
Pass through the Hualapai Indian
Reservation at Peach Springs and on to
Williams, before making your way north
to the spellbinding and unforgettable
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campground which is your resting place
for the night.
Day 6 & 7
l Phoenix (270 miles)
Drive south on Interstate 17 and witness
the landscape change from lush greens
in the north to arid desert in the south.
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eastern edge of Scottsdale, where the
Four Peaks rise from the desert floor.
Day 8
l Colorado River l Blythe (170 miles)
Make your way to Blythe, alongside the
Colorado River, a destination that makes
its living looking after tourists who are just
passing through, and where you will be
guaranteed a very warm welcome.
Day 9
l Palm Springs (155 miles)
Stop off at Joshua Tree National Park
on the way to Palm Springs and your
destination on Frank Sinatra Drive.
Emerald Desert is a resort in itself and
boasts a nine hole golf course.
Day 10
l San Diego (135 miles)
Breathe in the glorious air of the Pacific
Ocean as you head south through
Pinion Flats, the edge of the San
Bernardino National Forest and through
the Cleveland Forest to join up with the
Interstate into beautiful San Diego. Stay
overnight at Campland on the Bay.
Day 11
l Los Angeles departure (110 miles)
Allow two hours or more to get back to
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if driving in rush hour. Drive to Cruise
America to drop off your motor home.
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Southern California Los Angeles
Beverly Hills Marriott
The Garland
Close to famous landmarks and some of LA’s most desirable
destinations, Beverly Hills Marriott is the perfect hotel from which to
grab a taste of LA life. Located near Rodeo Drive, this Marriott offers
personalised service in a relaxed yet vibrant setting.
Witness the urban oasis that is The Garland, a Hollywood boutique
hotel featuring the perfect balance of retro-cool and casual
sophistication. Fun, family-friendly and ultra-comfortable, The Garland
is a convenient choice amongst Universal Studios Hollywood hotels.
Accommodation
●●Comfortable and sophisticated guest rooms, some with breathtaking views of the city
●●Rooms feature luxury linens, designer bathrooms, mini refrigerators,
coffee makers and hair dryers
Accommodation
●●Comfortable and stylish, in soft shades of browns, all rooms
feature flatscreen TV, tea and coffee maker, air conditioning, iron and
private balcony
Facilities
●●The Beverly Hills Marriott Restaurant serves classic American
cuisine with a California flair. Many restaurants are within a short
distance from the hotel, offering a diverse range of international
flavours
●●Fitness centre, heated outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool
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●●Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Front Yard featuring LA
inspired dishes or a drink at The Lobby Bar
●●Outdoor swimming pool and hot tub with an expansive sun deck
and poolside bar
●●Fitness centre with a variety of exercise equipment
●●The Store, a gift shop, featuring locally sourced and California
inspired items
Beverly Hills Marriott
The Garland
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Hilton Santa Monica
Millennium Biltmore
Located in the heart of Santa Monica, just a short walk from the pier,
are the DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Santa Monica. Make the
most of the Californian sunshine by the side of the pool, unwind after
a busy day with a workout in the fully-equipped fitness centre, or
relax in Jazz Loft bar.
The Millennium Biltmore Hotel has been the premier choice for
celebrities, presidents and dignitaries for 90 years. Situated at the
heart of LA’s vibrant cultural district, the hotel is just steps away from
major attractions, such as LA Live, the Ahmanson Theatre, Walt
Disney Concert Hall and Dodger Stadium.
Accommodation
●●This comfortable, all-suite hotel features beautifully appointed two
room suites feature a sofa sleeper, flatscreen HD TV, large desk,
coffeemaker and wonderful city views of beautiful Santa Monica
Accommodation
●●All rooms reflect the unique history and heritage of the hotel,
with each boasting fine furnishings and a warm, comforting colour
scheme, luxurious marble bathroom, TV, telephone, iron and ironing
board, hairdryer and coffeemaker
Facilities
●●Outdoor pool, whirlpool and fully-equipped fitness centre
●●Savour fresh, seasonal cuisine in the Fourth Street Grille, or enjoy
a cocktail during happy hour after a long day in the Jazz Loft
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●●Health and fitness centre including steam room, sauna and Jacuzzi
●●Indoor Roman-style pool with teakwood deck chairs and cold
showers, reminiscent of cruise ships from the 1920s
●●Smeraldi’s for gourmet ‘Italian Continental’ dishes and Rendezvous
Court for afternoon tea. Bugis Street Brasserie for authentic
Singaporean, Malaysian and Chinese flavours
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Santa Monica
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Overlooking the beautiful California coast, Hyatt Regency
Huntington Beach offers something for everyone. A private
pedestrian bridge to the beach, multiple dining options, and being
just 30 minutes from Disneyland make this resort the perfect home
base for your Southern California vacation.
Accommodation
●●Luxury accommodations – the majority of which have breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean – all with balconies/patios, kingsize or two queen-size beds, mini-fridge and coffee maker
Facilities
●●Direct beach access, a 20,000sq ft spa and fitness facility, and
two pools including Sliders Water playground
●●Multiple dining options, beach amenities, Camp Hyatt, surf
lessons, bike rentals, and summer children’s activities
●●Mandatory resort fee payable locally. Please contact your travel
agent for more information
A short walk from the entrance to Disneyland this hotel is an excellent
choice for families wishing to be close to prime attractions. A tropical
ambience is complemented by attentive service and upmarket
amenities.
Accommodation
●●490 rooms and suites furnished in a tasteful classic style with warm
accents
●●All rooms have a furnished balcony or patio with pleasant views
Facilities
●●A variety of dining options
●●Lobby bar, pool bar and sports bar with plasma screens and
complimentary billiard tables
●●Outdoor heated pool, whirlpool, 24-hour fitness centre with
LifeFitness® Signature equipment
●●Award-winning Willow Stream Spa
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
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Handlery Hotel San Diego
Renaissance Palm Springs
The Handlery Hotel San Diego is a family-owned hotel offering
personal service, a relaxed atmosphere, bistro-dining and plush
accommodation in a central, family-friendly setting.
Distinctive Spanish colonial architecture, this stunning hotel offers a
vast array of activities in a superb desert playground setting. A great
location near fashionable Palm Canyon Drive with spectacular views.
Accommodation
●●Rooms feature neutral décor with soft sage-coloured additions,
marble-topped desks and wooden furnishings
●●Amenities include flatscreen TV, mini refrigerator, safe, hairdryer,
iron and ironing board
Accommodation
●●Tastefully decorated with mountain and pool views
●●Air conditioning, cable TV, en suite with bath and shower
Facilities
●●Postcards American Bistro and 950 Lounge
●●Heated swimming pool, hot tub and on-site fitness centre
●●Reef Lounge Poolside Bar and Grill
●●Complimentary transportation to the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld
and Old Town (based on availability)
●●Complimentary full American breakfast for up to two people per
room (local charge will apply for any extra guests)
●●Complimentary self parking for one car
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●●Pool with poolside cabanas, health club with spa services
●●Date restaurant offers a variety of local and international cuisine
for breakfast, lunch and dinner – Rocks lounge is an ultra-lavish
lounge where guests can enjoy cocktails around fire pits
●●Great choice of outdoor activities nearby
Handlery Hotel San Diego
Renaissance Palm Springs
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Sheraton Park Hotel Anaheim
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Hawaii
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Kauai Island
Hawaii
The 50th US state is first on the list for
the trip of a lifetime. An explosion of
colour, tastes, sights and sounds is
waiting to be discovered at any one of
the six islands which make up the
glorious destination of Hawaii.
Did you know?
Ka Lae on the Big
Island of Hawaii is
the southernmost
point in the United
States.
Things to see & do
l Walk the 22-mile round-trip Kalalau
Trail which cuts through the famed
Na Pali Coast
l Visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park to
discover lava lakes, ancient petroglyphs,
smoking craters, rainforest and desert
l The waters surrounding Maui are the
perfect area to spot whales
l Learn to surf in the birthplace of the
sport, and still its spiritual home, or watch
the experts slice and carve
The Big Island
KAUAI
Oahu
The island of Oahu is a
haven for those looking to
learn to ride the waves.
Head for Waikiki where
surfing was born, or catch
a big-wave surf meet on
Oahu’s famed North
Shore. Between sunrise
and sunset, you’ll have
hours to explore the hottest
farm to table restaurants,
check out the local art
scene or step back into
Hawaii’s history at Iolani
Palace.
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Maui
Known as the ‘Valley Isle’, Maui is
brimming with cute towns, artist enclaves
and of course, beautiful beaches. Head to
Wailuku for pastries from a family-run
bakery, or to Lahaina for a taste of Maui’s
famed farm to table cuisine. Admire any
number of shimmering beaches and visit
the sacred Lao Valley, taking time to seek
out migrating humpback whales and a
sunset on Haleakala.
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Kauai
Kayak to a fairytale waterfall on Kauai's
Wailua River, where the water washes
away your cares and fills your soul with
Polynesian spirit. Take a deep breath at the
edge of Waimea Canyon and soak up the
folklore and legends of this captivating and
magical island.
The Big Island
The Big Island may be the youngest of
the Hawaiian islands, but it certainly still
manages to pack a punch. Gaze in
amazement at Kilauea, one of the world’s
most active volcanoes, or learn more
about the history and heritage of Hawaii.
Black sand beaches are common here,
creating an entirely unusual backdrop to
water-borne pursuits.
Overlooking the marina with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean
and city skyline this cosmopolitan hotel introduces sophistication and
chic modern design. It is just a short walk to the beach and the centre
with shops, restaurants and a vibrant nightlife; however the great
facilities on-site make it easy to stay within the hotel.
Oahu Hawaii
The Modern
Accommodation
●●Modern, sleek and minimalist accommodations complement
magnificent views of the Pacific
●●Original, custom-designed furniture with custom fabrics
●●353 rooms and suites with ocean, city, pool and yacht harbour views
●●46 inch LCD TV and Keurig coffee maker
Facilities
●●Home to the Morimoto Waikiki, serving Japanese and Western
flavours by celebrity Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto
●●Two outdoor pools; the sunrise pool and the adult-only sunset
pool, both lavishly adorned with day beds and chasises
●●Fitness centre and spa
●●On-site nightclub and hip bars
The Modern
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The Hilton Hawaiian Village is situated on 22 acres of Waikiki’s
widest stretch of beach, amid lush tropical gardens and fragrant
flowers. The perfect spot for relaxing, or taking part in ocean
activities, for sightseeing around the island or hiking through stunning
jungle terrain, take it all in at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Accommodation
●●Enjoy ocean views from the Rainbow Tower, exclusive amenities in
the newly-renovated Ali’i Towers, and a great location in the heart of
the resort in the Village Towers
●●Guest room amenities include a TV, refrigerator, air conditioning,
safe, iron and ironing board, and hairdryer
Facilities
●●Beach and lagoon, five swimming pools, entertainment and
events, daily activities like yoga, tai chi, aerobics and ukulele lessons
●●More than 20 restaurants, cafés, bars and grills. Enjoy the best
Waikiki Honolulu restaurants without even leaving the property, and
indulge in a fabulous alfresco buffet breakfast at Rainbow Lanai
●●Mandara Spa
Hilton Hawaiian Village
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Say ‘Aloha!’ to Hawaiian life and embrace the exotic at the
Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort. This hotel is central to Waikiki
Beach Walk, where authentic Hawaiian Hula, fabulous restaurants
and charming stores create a unique destination experience. Dive
into a warm Hawaiian welcome and enjoy the super service,
fabulous facilities and unique charm of this ocean-side retreat.
Accommodation
●●A range of rooms and suites offer guests ample choice and
flexibility to ensure a perfect stay
●●635 beautifully appointed rooms and suites are air-conditioned
with a 32 inch LCD TV
●●Choose premium oceanfront or ocean view rooms for
unforgettable sunsets
Facilities
●●Indulge in the catch of the day at the Ocean House Restaurant;
Dine on grill-your-own steaks at the beachfront Shore Bird and sip a
refreshing Mai Tai by the pool. Enjoy a Hawaiian-style jam at KaniKa
Pila Grille every night
●●Learn to play the ukulele
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Hawaii Maui
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
Discover the ultimate Kaanapali Beach hotel – Hyatt Regency Maui
Resort & Spa. Surrounded by 40 lush, immaculately landscaped
beachfront acres this breathtaking Maui hotel presents an astonishing
array of delightful ways to spend your days and nights.
Accommodation
●●Resort View Rooms offer views of the landscaped gardens and
have king-size or queen-size beds
●●All rooms feature a contemporary Hawaiian design and private
lanai
●●Flatscreen TV and air conditioning
Facilities
●●Four restaurants and five lounges offering a wide array of
fine to casual dining
●●Two free-form swimming pools
●●Marilyn Monroe Spa
●●Camp Hyatt Kids Club (ages 5 to 12yrs)
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa
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The Fairmont Kea Lani
Set amidst 22 acres of tropical lanscape the luxurious newlyrenovated Fairmont Kea Lani is Hawaii’s only all-suite and villa
oceanfront hotel.
Accommodation
●●450 suites and villas have air conditioning and oversized
marble bathrooms
●●One-bedroom suites feature one queen-size bed and a
sofa bed in the lounge area, two flatscreen TVs, mini-fridge, deep
soaking bath, separate walk-in shower and private lanai
Facilities
●●Dining options include; Kea Lani Restaurant, recently refurbished
award-winning Ko restaurant offering Asian-inspired cuisine, the
award-winning Nick’s Fishmarket, Luana Lounge, Ama Bar & Grill
and Café Ciao Bakery & Deli
●●Three swimming pools including a waterslide, fitness centre, kids’
club and beach activities, and Spa Kea Lani
The Fairmont Kea Lani
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Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
Fronting the best stretch of world-famous Kaanapali Beach, the
432-room hotel has been officially recognised as ‘Hawaii’s Most
Hawaiian Hotel’.
Accommodation
●●Rooms are shared between four separate buildings; Maui, Lanai,
Kauai and Molokai
●●All accommodation features private balcony
●●Standard facilities include air conditioning, TV, coffee maker,
refrigerator, iron and ironing board and hairdryer
Facilities
●●Whale-shaped swimming pool, on-site restaurant and poolside
bar and grill
●●Nightly hula show, cultural activities and kids’ programme
Ka’anapali Beach Hotel
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Big Island & Kauai Hawaii
Fairmont Orchid, Big Island
Luxury is the order of the day at the Fairmont Orchid, inspired by
culture, history and energy of the Kohala Coast. From Mauna Kea’s
winter snow-capped mountain-top to the flowing lava of Kilauea
Volcano to tropical rainforests and a teeming undersea world, the
Big Island of Hawaii has much to offer the spirited traveller.
Accommodation
●●540 rooms with private balconies and views of the gardens, some
with ocean views
●●Executive Suites offer breath-taking views of the tropical gardens
or the Pacific Ocean
●●Enjoy comfort and service from sunrise to sunset
Facilities
●●Six restaurants: Brown’s Beach House; Hale Kai Restaurant;
Norio’s Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar; Orchid Court; Luana
Lounge; Brown’s Deli; Kahakai Bar
●●A year-round children’s programme; sporting activities including
golf and tennis
●●Spa Without Walls featuring waterfall massage hale (huts)
●●Meet native Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles on our shoreline every
afternoon
Fairmont Orchid
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Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at
Keauhou Bay, Big Island
The Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa is set in lush tropical gardens and
surrounded by unparalleled beauty combined with the ultimate in
luxurious accommodations.
Accommodation
●●509 rooms and suites with Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed, one
king-size or two double beds, flatscreen TV, mini-fridge, coffee maker
with complimentary tea and coffee
Facilities
●●A wide selection of restaurants and bars, including Rays on
the Bay, the only oceanfront restaurant in Hawaii with manta
ray viewing
●●Stunning swimming pool with water slide and two whirlpools
●●Ho’ola Spa with Hawaii’s first Himalayan Salt Room, fitness centre
and salon
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay
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Sheraton Kauai Resort, Kauai
A stunning location on crescent-shaped Poipu Beach is heaven for
beach enthusiasts and fantastic for snorkelling. Indulge in dishes
created from local produce as you take in the views from the
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TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION
When you receive your travel documentation, please check it carefully
and notify us or your travel agent immediately if you think any of the
details are inaccurate. We are not liable to you for any problems or
complaints you may have as a result of holiday details having been
noted incorrectly if you do not advise us of these prior to travel.
SECTION 1 – HOLIDAY PRICES
Travel & Stay Options & Prices
Holiday prices are influenced by a variety of factors particularly
depending on the type of travel option you book. It is not possible to
show the supplements and fares for all our different travel arrangements
due the range of options available. We can usually offer you a choice of
travel options and dates/times of travel. You will also find our transport
providers may offer a choice of seat classes or upgrade options – your
travel agent will be able to confirm the current prices.
Scheduled Flights: the prices we show for scheduled flights are based
upon the lowest fare available. The airlines will limit the number of seats
available at these prices by flight and date of travel. If the price shown in
the brochure is not available when you book, we will offer you the next
best seat price. The price includes current taxes (such as air passenger
duty), aircraft insurance, security, fuel and other associated costs known
at the time of booking. Our prices are affected by changes in these costs
(see section 'Extra Charges - before booking').
Airline Services: A number of airlines that we offer no longer include
meals or luggage allowance within the basic price offered. Please ask us
for specific details at the time of booking.
Airline Failure Protection: a charge made by us on all our holidays that
include a flight so that in the event the Airline on which you are due to
travel ceases to trade, we are able to arrange alternative flights (if
available) or issue you with a refund, as appropriate.
Extra Charges - Before Booking
The prices shown are based on current airfares including fuel surcharges.
Airlines reserve the right to change prices prior to ticketing and we must
reserve the right to increase prices due to changes in fuel costs or taxes.
We will advise you of the current price at the time of booking and we will
absorb any increase of less than 2% of your holiday price. If costs rise of
more than 10% you may choose to cancel and receive a full refund. For
further information please refer to the booking conditions.
Departure Airport Taxes: Where applicable, all UK and overseas taxes
have been included in your holiday price. The only overseas taxes we
have not included are those that must be paid in the respective countries
and cannot be collected prior to your UK departure. This will include
tourism enhancement fees or some passenger service taxes.
Accommodation Supplements & Restrictions
Hotel prices are shown per person (based on two people sharing) in a
standard twin or double room for the number of nights as stated in the
accommodation description. The lowest available rates are displayed but
please allow for supplements depending on the dates you stay. Prices
will vary depending on, for example, peak periods, weekend/midweek
stays, local holidays, special events and the room type you select.
Hoteliers may also require a minimum length of stay at certain times of the
year. Please ask your travel agent for prices and any minimum stay
restrictions applying on the day you book. We reserve the right to
change prices. Prices can go up or down.
Local Charges
At some accommodation certain amenities may carry a local charge.
Unless we have stated that a service or facility is ‘free’ in our
accommodation descriptions, you may be asked to pay a charge. Here
are a few examples of what you might expect to pay for locally, but
always check first as there may be others.
• A daily resort fee or an additional charge for sun loungers maybe
applicable.
• Daily car parking charge at some hotels/apartments.
• Local taxes payable on checkout.
• Entertainment and activities away from your accommodation.
• Highchairs, cots, hotel run children’s clubs and meals for infants.
• Meals and beverages from restaurants and bars at your accommodation.
• Safety deposit facilities, room service, mini bar, TV/satellite TV,
telephone calls, air conditioning and sea views.
• Facilities and equipment such as pool towels, spas, whirlpools, indoor
pools, sauna, table tennis, billiards and darts and other sporting
equipment.
Frequent Flyer Schemes: - Not all airline tickets sold by Gold Medal are
eligible for mileage/points accrual. We strongly advise that you check
with the airline(s) concerned regarding the use of frequent flyer
membership(s) with your booking.
SECTION 2 – BEFORE YOU TRAVEL
Scheduled Flights
Flights may be booked in conjunction with hotel and ground
arrangements and flight times at the time of booking will be provisional.
Final times will be advised with your travel documents shortly before the
departure date.
Special Offers
Unless otherwise stated, special offers will only apply for certain periods
of stay and at certain hotels. These will be stated in our brochure.
Conditions may apply to these offers and you will be advised at the time
of booking. All offers are subject to availability and can be withdrawn at
any time without notice. The offer validity period generally applies to
completed stays within the date banding, but this may vary according to
the individual hotel.
Honeymoons and other special events
Where you advise and pay for a honeymoon offer as noted on your
invoice this should be guaranteed by the hotel. For other special offers
such as anniversaries and birthdays we will pass this information on to the
relevant hotel, however no guarantees can be given.
Complimentary Room Upgrades
Where applicable and unless otherwise stated, offers of room upgrades
shown in the brochure will be determined by availability when you travel
and your room will be allocated on arrival at the accommodation. If your
room is upgraded, please note that this will not necessarily be to the next
highest category featured in our brochure, as we do not sell all room types
at all hotels. Room upgrades are subject to availability on arrival.
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Passports & Visa Checklist
• British Citizen’s holding a 10-year UK passport (5 years for children),
issued in the UK should note that some overseas countries have an
immigration requirement for a passport to remain valid for a minimum
period after the date of entry to that country (typically 6 months).
• Non-British Citizen passport holders or British Citizens holding a UK
Passport issued abroad or holders of British Subject Passports should
contact the appropriate consulate or embassy for advice.
• Passport and visa regulations can change - check with your Travel
Advisor or the relevant embassy well in advance of travel.
• Apply early: If you need to apply for a passport or renew an expired
passport, you should do so well in advance of travel.
• If you are 16 or over and have never had a passport in your own
name, you should apply for one in good time before booking your
holiday. The UK passport service has to confirm your identity before
issuing your first passport and will ask you to attend an interview in order
to protect your identity.
• If a visa is required, allow plenty of time to apply. Your passport may
need a minimum number of blank pages - check with the FCO.
• You may not be able to travel and insurance may be invalid if the
names on your passport and travel documents do not match. If any
member of your party changes their name, we must be notified
immediately so that we can change booking documentation.
• All passengers must ensure they have valid, acceptable passports, any
required visa, any other documentation for both the final destination and
any stop-off points en-route.
• Ensure advanced passenger information is submitted in advance of
travel for all destinations.
• Failure to hold correct documentation or submitting incorrect details
with advanced passenger information or visa applications may result in
refusal of carriage or entry to a country. If you do not have the correct
documentation you may be refused travel by the airline.
• You may be liable to pay fines, surcharges, other financial penalty,
costs (including the cost of an immediate return flight) and any other sums
of any description, which are incurred or imposed by the airline or
incurred by us.
How to contact the Passport Office: General passport enquiries should
be directed to the Passport Office. Visit: www.direct.gov.uk/passports or
telephone: 0300 222 0000. How to find out about visa requirements:
The Foreign and Commonwealth Travel Advice Unit provides information
about visa requirements and also provides contact details for relevant
Embassys. Visit: www.fco.gov.uk, alternatively e-mail
[email protected], telephone the Foreign Office
Travel Advice Unit on 0845 850 2829 or ask your Travel Advisor.
Advanced Passenger Information
Airlines are required to collect biographical information contained in the
section of your passport that can be read by machine (such as name,
passport number). We refer to this as your advance passenger
information, which Airlines will pass onto the e-Borders programme both
prior to your departure from a UK Airport to an overseas destinations,
and on any journey to the UK. Airlines are legally required to collect your
advance passenger information – for details visit the UK Border Agency
website: www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk or your airlines website. For some
destinations this will be obtained at the airport but for others we will ask
you to provide the information to us or your airline at time of booking or
at least 72 hours before you travel. Please also carefully note any
instructions about Advanced Passenger Information on your confirmation
invoice or tickets.
USA Visitors/In Transit- Entry Requirements - Checklist for all
passengers. Passengers travelling to or via the USA must comply with the
following entry requirements. For full details on all these, please visit
www.usembassy.org.uk. See our USA brochure for more information.
• You must have a valid machine readable or biometric passport
• You must be eligible for the Visa Waiver Programme or apply for a visa
• Ensure you have provided to us and/or your airline your Advance
Passenger Information (also referred to as US Secure Flight Passenger Data)
• Log onto the US official website ‘ESTA’ at https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov.
Apply for authorisation to travel.
SECTION 3 - GROUND ARRANGEMENTS
Accommodation
Every effort has been made to describe each hotel and standard room
accommodation we feature as fairly and accurately as possible.
Nevertheless, hoteliers may change facilities/services after publication of
this brochure. We expect hoteliers to inform us of any major changes
without delay and, where possible, we will inform you prior to departure.
Meals as specified are included only where stated; all other
arrangements are on a room only basis. Accommodation is priced per
person based on twin share occupancy unless otherwise stated. Please
ask our reservations staff at the time of booking for exact details. When
we mention room types in our brochure, in most cases you can expect to
receive a room similar to that described below. Please note however that
whilst room categories in different hotels may have the same or similar
names, the criteria for their classification is likely to differ, as these are the
names the hotels use and they do not have standard definitions.
Shared Accommodation
On most escorted and independent tours featured, a single room costs
more. However, on selected tours we can sometimes offer shared
accommodation in a twin room with another single person, giving you the
benefit of not having to pay a single supplement. This is subject to
someone suitable being willing to share. Otherwise, a normal supplement
will be charged on your confirmation invoice. If you are willing to share,
please indicate this when booking.
Single Supplements
If a single person occupies a double room they will usually be asked to
pay extra (a single supplement). Hotels price their rooms as doubles and
they do not reduce the rates if they are occupied by a single person. The
costs to the hotel of providing the room – heating, lighting, cleaning etc.
are the same regardless of how many people occupy that room. The
prices we charge reflect the costs of under occupancy of the rooms
contracted to us by the hotel, we do not mark up these supplements.
Room Types Information
In all types of accommodation described below, If there are less than the
maximum number of persons in your own party, the room type may
contain less than the maximum number of beds indicated.
Hotel Rooms
A ‘double’ is a room with a double bed. A ‘twin’ is a room with two
single beds. A ‘single’ or ‘twin for sole use’ is a room with one or two
single beds. A double bed may be two single beds with double
bedding. Single rooms are often smaller, may not have a balcony and
may not be of the same general standard as normal twin rooms. Some
hotels have rooms, which sleep up to 4 persons. Room layout may consist
of up to 4 separate beds or a combination of double, twin, camp beds,
sofa beds or rollaway beds. In some hotels 3rd and 4th beds may be
only suitable for a child, but in other hotels there may be a reduction
available if 4 adults share the room. Rooms for up to 4 persons may not
be any larger than standard twin or double rooms so space is likely to
limited and the room may be cramped. Where rooms do accept extra
beds, some hotels may require an additional local charge to be paid
which can vary by destination, e.g. rollaway bed in USA – please ask for
details when you book. Though we will do our best to help, please note
that we cannot guarantee the room configuration or type of beds that
you will be provided with. Please note, for accommodation in some parts
of the USA, especially Las Vegas, there must be at least one person
aged 21 years old or above travelling on the booking and present when
checking in. Please check requirements before booking.
Suites/Junior Suites/Villas
A Suite and Junior Suite usually contain a lounge/living area. A Suite is
likely to contain a separate sleeping area whereas a Junior Suite the
sleeping area may not be completely separate. Room layouts can vary
by destination. Our descriptions of Suites/Junior Suites and Villas usually
state the number of persons who can occupy the room type (e.g. 2-4
persons). Children paying less than the full cost do not count towards
occupancy of the Suites/Junior Suites or Villas.
Child Reductions: Child reductions are generally available for children
who are under the age of 12 on the date of travel. To obtain this
reduction in cost, children must share a room with two full paying adults
and use existing bed within the room type booked. Where an additional
bed is required, our reservations staff will be pleased to advise you of the
additional cost. Rooms shared by adults and children are requested
through our system and are therefore subject to availability.
Tour Itinerary
All our tours are, by their very nature, complex and include services from
many different airlines, hotels and ground transportation companies. Due to
the demand for these services, it is not always possible to guarantee
particular airlines, flights, aircraft, ferries, trains and/or the hotels featured on
a particular itinerary or departure date. It is with this in mind that we reserve
the right to change any of the listed services and, if necessary, even modify
the itinerary itself without prior notice. Where any alteration significantly
changes your tour itinerary or tour dates, we will always make every effort
to give as much advance notification as possible. Changes to tours may
also be necessary once the tour has commenced, changes may include
the sequence of visits being altered according to local conditions.
Meal Service
Meals as specified are included only where stated; all other
arrangements are on a room only basis. Many properties are not
necessarily used to catering for special diets and therefore if you have
particular or specific requirements, you may find that the choice is limited.
As a matter of courtesy to fellow guests, property owners may require
diners adhere to a dress code whilst dining in their restaurants.
Hotel Check-In
Your room will normally be available for check-in from 2pm onwards. If
you intend to arrive late due to a pre-arranged flight schedule or transfers,
your hotel will need to be advised of your late check-in. On the day of
departure you will be asked to check out before 12 noon. Should you
wish to request a late check out as you have a late afternoon or evening
departure, the hotel may decide to apply additional charges. If you wish
to pre-book and guarantee an additional half-day’s occupancy, please
ask our reservations staff for details and prices. Customers may be
required to leave a credit card deposit at hotel check in. If a credit card is
not available then sometimes a cash deposit may be needed instead.
Air Conditioning
Some properties have individual air-conditioners located in either the
bedroom or the living area, allowing you to adjust the atmosphere to
your own liking. In some descriptions we have indicated that there is
centrally controlled air conditioning. This means it is operated at the
discretion of the management, both in bedrooms and public areas. In
such cases air conditioning may be restricted to particular times of the
day and to the hottest months of the summer. It may be that only cool air
is provided, not necessarily warm air as well. There may be a local
charge for air conditioning in some rooms.
Accommodation Maintenance
Certain accommodation featured in this brochure is operational all year
round. From time to time it will be necessary for certain facilities to be
withdrawn for general maintenance purposes. Water and electricity
supplies may be interrupted whilst this essential maintenance is undertaken.
Other Guests
We do not have exclusive use of all properties featured in this brochure. It
is possible therefore, that there may be guests from other countries and of
mixed age groups at your accommodation. Many hotels we feature do
operate corporate conference facilities and there may be occasions
where business meetings are taking place during your stay.
Hotel-Run Children’s Clubs
Standards and facilities at kids’ clubs featured in this brochure may vary.
We are unable to accept responsibility for or give any guarantee for the
standard of the facilities and qualifications of personnel at hotel run clubs.
Kids’ club(s) may not meet standards of similar facilities in the UK and
guests are strongly advised to remember that local standards and
requirements in respect of such clubs may differ overseas and so you must
ensure that you are completely satisfied with the facilities and staff
providing this service before you enrol your child or children into the club
and into the clubs' care.
Gala Dinners
Many hotels require the compulsory purchase of gala dinners over the
Christmas and New Year period. Please enquire when booking as to
whether this requirement is applicable to your hotel.
Building Works
Building works and noise are sometimes unavoidable in certain
developing areas, resorts and cities. Unfortunately, such development is
not directly under our control, nor do we necessarily receive advance
notice of when they begin. Should we be aware of any building works
that may be considered to be a seriously detriment to your enjoyment, we
will notify you as soon as possible. If necessary, we will offer you the
opportunity to transfer to an alternative hotel. Some public facilities at
hotels, such as restaurants, bars and swimming pools, may only be
available during mid-week or high season. We will, wherever possible,
inform you if this is the case at the time of booking. In some destinations
work is carried out by local/national authorities of which we have no
control and cannot be held responsible.
All Inclusive
To help you choose your all inclusive holiday we have highlighted what
activities and facilities are usually included with each accommodation.
This is based on information we have received from the hotel
management, often dictated by the properties current seasons all
inclusive package. Please allow for some facilities or activities to be
altered or substituted when you travel though, as hotels do regularly
review and update what they offer as all inclusive.
Identification - When you arrive at your hotel you are likely to be
provided with some form of identification (a card, necklace, bracelet etc),
which will have to be shown when ordering drinks, meals and other
included facilities. Ensure you take care of this as a penalty charge is
likely to be imposed if lost.
Behaviour - Both ourselves and each of the all inclusive hotels reserve the
right to withdraw the identification facility of any guest(s) whose behaviour,
or whose child/children’s behaviour is such that it is, in the opinion of the
management, detrimental to the enjoyment of the other guests.
Alcohol - Having drinks freely available throughout the day can be a
temptation to over-indulge. Please therefore consider your fellow guests
(and your own health) while bearing in mind that hotel management
have every right to refuse service to guests they believe to be intoxicated
or under age (in accordance with local law).
Bottled Mineral Water - In some all Iiclusive hotels bottled mineral water
does not form part of the ‘unlimited soft drinks service’.
Locally Sourced Drinks/Snacks - Drinks included are generally only
locally produced brands; cocktails, international and premium brands
and fruit juices are not available unless stated. The type and variety of
snacks served (between meal times) will vary between hotels and resorts,
and may be of a more traditional / local variety.
What’s Not Included - Any additional facilities or services available may
incur a charge. Consequently, not all bars/restaurants are available free
of charge.
Coming Home - Most hotels remove access to all inclusive facilities,
including food and drink at the time of checkout, which is generally
12 noon on the day of departure.
Safety & Hygiene
Your health and safety is of paramount concern to us, especially if
children are involved. In addition to monitoring the hygiene and safety
standards in all the hotel and apartments that we use, it is appropriate
that we bring to your attention the need for you to be careful and to take
Swimming Pools & Water Features
Please make use of the pool shower facilities before swimming – this
helps to prevent any potential infections and helps to keep the pool
clean. Every pool is different and most hotels / apartments do not
employ lifeguards, so you are strongly recommended to familiarise
yourself with the pool layout, identifying the deep and shallow ends
before using. Do not use the pool after dark or when the pool is closed,
even if the pool has underwater lights. You should never swim when you
have been drinking alcohol. Whilst some of our hotels and apartments
have water features, such as slides or flumes, which may appear in our
photography, generally we do not recommend these are used. It is
possible such features may have been replaced or removed since the
photography was taken.
Overseas Safety Standards
Regrettably the safety standards and regulations overseas may not be of
the same level that we enjoy in the UK. For instance, the design and
height of balconies may differ. The setting and enforcement of local
regulations is a matter for the Authorities of the country and the foreign
supplier of the services concerned. We are working with hoteliers to
improve standards wherever possible. You should familiarise yourself with
fire procedures, including emergency exits in your accommodation, the
swimming pool(s) area and any unfamiliar cooking appliances. If in
doubt, ask your representative or an appropriate member of staff.
Children
Children must be supervised by you at all times, especially near water, on
balconies or in unfamiliar buildings and surroundings.
Stomach Upsets
It is still a relatively common occurrence to suffer gastric illness when
travelling abroad and being exposed to a different environment. There
are many ways you can reduce the possibility of being affected, such as,
not eating undercooked food, avoiding ice in drinks, ensuring you drink
plenty of bottled water and avoid over exposure to the sun.
Out & About
Due to rough terrain and uneven surfaces, we recommend that you are
extra careful and vigilant when visiting temples and other sites of interest
and when crossing roads. Crimes against people and property are a fact
of life throughout the world and you have the same responsibility for your
own safety as you do at home. In some places the local police may not be
very cooperative or interested when you report a theft or need insurance
confirmation so always take care of your property. It is recommended not to
approach cats and dogs and other animals as these may carry the rabies
disease which can be passed on through bites and scratches. Please
exercise caution before entering the sea, as the seabed is not even and
changes in depth. The sea is capable of springing surprises and we have
not inspected the beach or seabed for its safety.
SECTION 4 – YOUR JOURNEY
Luggage Allowance
Please ensure that luggage taken with you is in good condition. We will
advise you of the luggage allowance applicable to your flight at the time
of booking, this will be confirmed on your e-ticket. Hand Luggage can
normally be carried, however please check with your carrier prior to
travel. For further information regarding your allowances you can contact
the airline with which you are travelling. Due to increase security at
airports please ensure you are familiar with what is allowed in your
luggage please check www.caa.co.uk.
Flight Routing
A direct flight may touch down en-route for re-fuelling, or to pick up
and/or drop off passengers. In these instances you are not normally
required to disembark and the flight is still considered to be a direct flight with the exception of the USA where you will disembark and clear
customs at your first point of entry. A non-direct flight may require a
change of aircraft en-route while a non-stop flight will take you directly to
your final destination airport without stopping.
Non-Smoking Policies
Airlines: All of the airlines featured in this brochure do not permit smoking
on their aircraft.
Airports: Some airports also have non-smoking policies; however some
do provide designated smoking areas.
Hotels: Many of the hotels featured have non-smoking rooms. If you
require a non-smoking room, please make your request at the time of
booking. These requests cannot be guaranteed.
SECTION 5 – DRIVING
Car Hire Info
Driving standards in some countries may not be as high as you
experience in the UK and rental policies can differ. If you do hire a car
during your holiday we recommend that you select reputable companies,
preferably those who provide assistance cover in case of breakdown or
emergency. Gold Medal offers car hire services in many countries,
please ask for information.
Unused Services: We do not provide refunds for any unused pre-booked
services. Any changes you may need to make to your arrangements
during your holiday may incur additional charges. If car hire is booked
subsequently to booking your package holiday this will not form part of
your package and therefore will not be covered under the package rules
and regulations.
SECTION 6 – MEDICAL AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Health Precautions
Health facilities, hygiene and disease risks vary worldwide. You should
take health advice about your specific needs as early as possible.
Sources of information include the following websites: www.fco.gov.uk,
www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org or your General Practitioner or a
specialist clinic. If you are visiting a European Union (EU) country you
should obtain a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) and take it with
you when you travel. The EHIC can be obtained free of charge by
completing an application form available from main Post Offices and
from www.dh.gov.uk/travellers. Please note, the EHIC is in addition to
Travel Insurance, not instead of it.
Travellers with Reduced Mobility
Overseas Accommodation and Overseas Transport Arrangements - The
majority of overseas accommodation, overseas transport (including
transfers) and other holiday services provided overseas are not equipped
to cater for the needs of persons with reduced mobility. Furthermore the
natural terrain and the layout of some resorts can sometimes make life
difficult for wheelchair users. It is therefore important, if you have any
disability, that the appropriate enquiries are made about the suitability of
particular accommodation, resorts, transport and services, and that you
are fully satisfied you have made the correct choice before you book and
confirm your holiday. Please contact our Reduced Mobility team on
0800 916 0658 who will be happy to assist. We cannot be held
responsible if you fail to tell us about special needs/requirements that will
affect your holiday experience and this means we will not compensate
you.
At the Airport & Onboard Your Flight - If you have a disability, reduced
mobility or special need that you require assistance with, either at the
airport or onboard the aircraft please let us know as soon as possible.
We would like to know if you have a pre-existing medical condition or
recent injury, so that we can answer any questions and ensure there are
no concerns about your fitness to fly.
Travelling when Pregnant - Most airlines enforce strict regulations for
expectant mothers. Airlines generally allow expectant mothers to travel
anytime up to 24 to 36 weeks into their pregnancy with a covering note
from their GP. We strongly advise you to consult your local GP and
airline concerned if you plan to travel whilst pregnant.
To contact the Reduced Mobility Team please call 0800 916 0658.
(This is a dedicated number for special assistance enquiries and cannot
transfer calls to other departments.)
SECTION 7 – TRAVEL TIPS
Maps/Climate Charts
Maps are to be used as a guide only and are not to scale. Climate
information is based on averages.
Money
We recommend the purchase of a Cash Passport for the bulk of your
holiday money, with a small amount of local currency for initial sundry
items. Major credit cards are also widely accepted in all the destinations
in this brochure. In some cases local currencies may have to be
purchased after arrival or there may be restrictions on the amount you are
permitted to buy in advance. We suggest you contact your Travel Agent
for details.
Essential information Las Vegas
necessary precautions whilst overseas and we need your help and
cooperation with this. We would ask you to pay close attention to the
following information, together with any other information we, our agents
or suppliers, provide to you before you go, during your flight and when
you arrive in your destination and at your hotel. It is most important that
you familiarise yourself with this information and any other information you
are given or on display.
Power & Water Supplies
In most destinations you will find the supplies of water and power to be
extremely reliable; however, in some countries this is not the case and
these places may frequently suffer from power cuts and restrictions on the
water used.
Public Holidays
In Muslim countries, dates of religious festivals are fixed by local sightings
of the moon. Ramadan, is a period of fasting and there may be
restrictions on drinking alcohol and eating in public. Ramadan is
estimated to fall between 06 June and 05 July 2016 and during this
period some shops and restaurants may close. Chinese New Year is a
major celebration throughout Asia so flights and hotels may be extremely
busy during this time. Most ethnic Chinese businesses, including shops
and restaurants (but not hotels), may be closed. In 2016, Chinese New
Year will be on 08 February. If you would like to know more about
international public holidays and impact of events, please contact the
appropriate tourist board or speak to your travel agent.
FCO Advice
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office produces up-to-date travel
information to help British travellers make informed decisions about
travelling abroad. For further information please visit
www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo.
ABTA - The Travel Association
Gold Medal Travel Group plc is a member of ABTA with membership
number V6805. ABTA and ABTA members help holidaymakers to get the
most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to
plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by
ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code
of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a
complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street London SE1 9EQ Tel: 0203 117
0500 or look at the website: www.abta.com
Telephone Calls
To ensure excellent customer service is consistently delivered, telephone
calls to UK offices are recorded. Calls to 0871 costs 10p per minute at
all times and 0844 cost 5p per minute at all times, from BT fixed lines
(mobile and other providers’ charges may vary).
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Las Vegas Booking conditions
Please read the following booking conditions carefully as they set out the
terms and conditions of the contract between you and Gold Medal
Travel Group PLC (“we”, “us” and “our”). Your contract will be governed
by English law and any disputes will be dealt with in the courts of
England and Wales. Our obligations to you will depend on whether or
not you buy a package holiday. A package holiday (“Package”) as
defined by the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours
Regulations 1992. Section A. Package Holiday consists of transport and
accommodation booked at the same time at an inclusive price. Section
B Other Travel arrangements such as flights, or accommodation booked
separately are sold by Gold Medal as an Agent for the supplier and you
will have a direct contract with them. Section C indicates applicable to all
bookings.
A. PACKAGE HOLIDAY
The information in our brochure and on our website, along with the terms
set out below and the terms set out in section C, apply when you book
a Package.
A1. Your Contract/Financial Protection
All Sales that incorporate flights include the amount of £2.50 per person as
part of the ATOL Protection Contribution we pay on your behalf. The air
holidays and flights in the brochure are ATOL Protected, since we hold an
Air Travel Organisers Licence granted by the CAA (ATOL 2916). In the
unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not
stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to
us. For further information visit the ATOL website www.atol.org.uk. We are
also members of ABTA (V6805) and comply with their Code of Conduct
and provide financial protection for package holidays where appropriate.
Where you book with us via an agent, payments you make to that agent
will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of
the Air Travel Trust at all times, but subject to the agent's obligation to pass
on such payments to us for so long as we do not fail. In the unlikely event of
our failure, any of your payments held at that time by the agent or any
payment subsequently accepted from you by the agent, is and continues to
be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the
Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us. If we, or the
suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the
services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder
or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust
may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL
scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign
absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising
out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim
against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable).
You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if
that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.
A2. Price Changes
Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or
fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or
disembarkation fees at ports and airports mean that the price of your
Package may change after you have booked. However there will be no
change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not
be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your Package,
which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will
be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration
charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’
commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than
10% of the price of your Package, you will have the option of accepting a
change to another Package if we are able to offer one (if this is of
equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower
quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and
receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment
charges. You must cancel within 14 days from the issue date printed on
your final invoice. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance
premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your
policy. Should the price of your Package go down due to the changes
mentioned above, by more than 2% of your Package cost, then any refund
due will be paid to you.
A3. Changes Made By Us Before Travel
From time to time we may have to change details of the package you have
booked. If any change will have a significant effect on your package, we
will tell you about it before you travel, if there is time. Changes we will tell
you about include:
• Change of your UK departure airport (although a change between
London airports including Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted, Luton will not
usually be considered significant).
• Significant change of your destination
• A change of more than 12 hours to the time you leave the UK or your
destination
• If we downgrade your accommodation by one full Tour Operator rating
If you do not want to accept a significant change, which we tell you about
before you depart, we will, if we are able to do so, offer you an alternative
package of equivalent or closely similar standard and price at no extra
cost, or a less expensive package, in which case we will refund the
difference in price. If you do not wish to take the alternative we offer you,
you can choose a different package offered for sale by us and pay, or
receive a refund of, any price difference. Or, if you prefer, you can cancel
your Package and receive a full refund of any money you have paid to us,
except for any amendment charges. We will consider an appropriate
refund of insurance premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to
transfer or reuse your policy. Unless the change is as a result of
circumstances listed in the paragraph below headed ’Circumstances
Beyond our Control’, we will pay you compensation. If you have not
accepted the change but have accepted an alternative holiday, the
compensation we will pay you will be nominal and will be to compensate
you for the inconvenience of having to make alternative arrangements but
otherwise we will have no liability to pay you compensation. If you have
accepted the change, again, the compensation will be nominal unless,
upon your return, you can justify to us that you suffered an actual loss as a
result of the change we made to your holiday. If you have not accepted the
change and have accepted a refund of your holiday cost, the
compensation will be a nominal sum designed to compensate you for your
inconvenience of arranging for the refund and making any alternative
arrangements you subsequently make but otherwise we will have no
liability to pay you compensation.
A4. Minor Changes By Us Before Travel
Any change which we do not consider significant, is a minor change. We
will endeavour to tell you about a minor change before you travel but we
are not obliged to do so and we will not pay compensation.The flights we
offer are operated by a range of scheduled or charter airlines, using wide
or narrow body jet aircraft. It may not be possible at the time of booking to
specify the airline or type of aircraft. Please note that two airlines may share
the same services, therefore a flight may not be operated by the airline
whose designated code is shown on your itinerary and ticket. We are
required to inform you of the identity of the airline operating your flight. Any
changes to the operating airline will be notified to you in all cases at check
in or at the boarding gate. We reserve the right to change airlines or
aircraft types at any time and changes of this type will not constitute a
significant change.
A5. Cancellation By Us
We reserve the right to cancel any package sold but we will not do so
within 10 weeks of departure except on rare occasions for example if there
is insufficient demand for your particular Package, or are forced to do so
because of unusual circumstances we could not have foreseen, where we
could not avoid the results of those circumstances even after taking all
reasonable care. (See 'Circumstances Beyond Our Control' below) No
compensation will be payable in these circumstances, whenever they
happen, and we will only have to offer you the below choices. We can
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also cancel if you fail to make payment for your booking on time. If we
have to cancel a package for any particular reason, we will tell you as
soon as reasonably possible. In these circumstances, we will, if we are able
to do so, offer you an alternative Package of equivalent or closely similar
standard and price at no extra cost, or a less expensive Package, in which
case we will refund the difference in price. If you do not wish to take the
alternative we offer you, you can choose another offered for sale by us
and pay any price difference. Or, if you prefer, you can receive a full
refund of any money you have paid to us, except for any amendment or
credit card charges. We will consider an appropriate refund of insurance
premiums paid if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your
policy.
A6. Circumstances Beyond Our Control
Except where we say differently elsewhere in these conditions, we will not
pay any compensation, reimburse expenses, or cover losses for any
amount or otherwise accept responsibility if we have to change your
Package after departure, or we, or our suppliers, cannot supply your
Package, as we, or they, had agreed, or you suffer any loss or damage of
any description, as a result of circumstances beyond our control. When we
refer to circumstances beyond our control, we mean any event that we, or
the supplier in question, could not foresee or avoid, even after taking all
reasonable care. Such circumstances will usually include, but are not limited
to, war, terrorist activity, civil unrest, industrial dispute, bad weather (actual
or threatened) and significant building work ongoing outside of your
accommodation, which is not known to us in advance of your departure
date and building work from a third party (such as resort development).
A7. Changes Made After Travel
If, after your departure, a significant part of your pre-booked Package
arrangements cannot be provided, you will be offered a suitable alternative
if possible. If appropriate, we will also pay you compensation in
accordance with the table in the section entitled ‘Changes Made By Us
Before Travel’ unless the reason for the change is due to circumstances
beyond our control (see section entitled ‘Circumstances Beyond Our
Control’). If it is not possible to offer you a suitable alternative or, for good
reasons, you do not accept the alternative arrangements, you will have the
right to cancel your booking. In this event, you will have the right to be
returned by the same means of transport to your original departure point at
no extra cost provided that transport is available. This does not impose an
obligation on us to make specific transport arrangements for you if none
are available.
A8. Flight Delays
Where a flight is cancelled, delayed or overbooked, you may be entitled
to make a claim against the airline concerned under the Denied Boarding
Regulations 2004. Full details will be available at all EU airports and from
your airline. However, you should note that reimbursement of the cost of a
flight that forms part of your holiday is the responsibility of your airline and
will not automatically entitle you to reimbursement of the cost of your
holiday from us.
A9. Our responsibilities towards you
We accept responsibility for ensuring that the package you buy is of a
reasonable standard and as originally described to you, subject to any
amendments you accept prior to departure. If any part of the package is
not as described, we will pay you reasonable compensation as
appropriate for that part of the package unless this is due to circumstances
beyond our control. We have taken all reasonable steps to ensure that the
services provided by ourselves and our suppliers are of a reasonable
standard but we do advise that not all local standards will reach the
standards you might expect in the UK.
If whilst on holiday you suffer an injury, illness or death as a result of a fault
on our part, or on the part of our suppliers or their employees acting in the
course of their employment we may compensation similar to that which you
might receive under English law, in an English Court. However, we will not
do so if your injury, illness or death was your own fault, the fault of someone
unconnected with the package we sold or if it was due to an event which
could not have avoided even with all due care or which could not have
been anticipated.
You must notify us of any potential claim within 3 months of returning home
and agree to assign any rights you have against the supplier at fault to us to
enable us to recover any payments we make to you. Where the incident is
covered by an international convention, such as those relating to
international air and sea travel and hotel or rail transport, our liability will be
limited accordingly. Please ask to see the relevant Conventions that may
apply to your package.
If you suffer an injury illness or death whilst taking part in an activity which
does not form part of your package holiday, we will, at our reasonable
discretion offer advice and assistance to enable you to consider taking
legal action against those responsible. Our maximum liability is £5,000 per
booking form and if you have legal expenses insurance, we would expect
you to make a claim against that policy and in all cases, if you recover
compensation, to replay any costs which we incur on your behalf.
A10. Airline Collapse
In the unlikely event that the airline with which you are travelling ceases to
trade whilst you are abroad, you must contact us at the earliest opportunity
to allow us to seek to find you an alternative return flight. We shall not be
liable for any costs you incur in making your own return flight arrangements
if you have not given us the opportunity to arrange an alternative flight
home for you.
B. SINGLE COMPONENTS
The terms set out below, together with the terms set ‘Flight’ or only a
‘Hotel’. They apply whether you book one component or more than one
component. Booking more than one component does not create a
Package.
B1. Price Changes
Price increases may occur any time prior to departure, you will be liable to
pay any such increases in full. If, before you book, we know of
circumstances that may cause an increase in the price of your booking after
you have paid, we will endeavour to provide details to you.
B2. Transfer of Bookings
In the case of a scheduled flight only booking, transfer to another person
will involve cancelling the original booking, thereby incurring any relevant
cancellation charges and then making a new booking, which will be
subject to availability and any additional price increase.
Transfer of any other type of booking is subject to the supplier’s own terms
and conditions and the applicable amendment or cancellation charges as
stated in section C.
B3. Changes Made to Your Booking
Where a supplier makes a change to a non-Package booking you do not
have the same legal rights as with a Package booking. If we are aware of
any change which we believe will materially affect your booking we will
tell you as soon as reasonably practicable but you must appreciate that we
will only have an obligation to tell you if we have been told in the first place
by the supplier. In the case of flights, we recommend once you have
departed the UK that you check directly with your airline or view your
scheduled flight details on www.checkmytrip.com for any schedule
changes. When a change occurs it is the responsibility of the supplier to
make alternative arrangements; it is not our responsibility. Where, however,
we believe a change has a significant effect on your booking, we will
endeavour to arrange with the supplier(s) to provide you with suitable
alternative arrangements. If suppliers impose additional costs for any
alternative arrangements you will be obliged to pay those. If the supplier
authorises a refund to be made, we will pass this onto you, less insurance
premiums and Airline Failure Protection where applicable.
B4. Our Liability to You
Our responsibility is to make arrangements for the provision by the relevant
suppliers (including air carrier of air transport, accommodation
owner/supplier, car hire provider) of the components you book, but we do
not have any responsibility for the operation of the component itself. We
have no liability to you for any dissatisfaction, loss of enjoyment, loss, injury
or damage which results from your use of the single component unless we
have negligently failed to select a normally competent provider of the
relevant component. Further, we have no liability to you in any event for any
consequential loss which you may suffer in relation to any arrangements
which you book to coincide with the single component you have booked
with us. Please note, with the exception of flight only or flight-plus bookings
in the unlikely event of our collapse/insolvency, any money you have paid
is not protected by a scheme of financial protection. If this is important to
you, we recommend you book a Package with us or obtain suitable travel
insurance.
C. ALL BOOKINGS
Before you book please visit our website or discuss your choice of
destination, accommodation and transport with our reservations staff or
your travel agent, to make sure it will be suitable for you and the people
you will be travelling with. Some travel and accommodation
arrangements are only available on a request basis - where this is the
case you will be advised at the time you make your enquiry and details
of the arrangements on request will be shown on any documentation we
issue. Any arrangements that we advise you are on request are not
confirmed or guaranteed and are subject to change until we receive
confirmation from our supplier.
C1. Your Holiday Booking
The person who signs the booking form or completes the booking online or
by telephone is the 'lead name'. He or she must be over 18 years of age
and is responsible for payment of the total booking price, including any
insurance premiums and subsequent cancellation or amendment charges
that may be payable. He or she also agrees to provide accurate and full
information to the remainder of the travelling party in relation to the
booking, including any changes thereto and confirms that all the other
members of the party, including any that may be added at a later date,
agree to be bound by these conditions, and all other information in the
relevant brochure and on our websites (as applicable). If you are making
the booking on behalf of a minor, under the age of 18, who is not travelling
with a person 18 or over, we will only allow the minor to travel on the
following terms: The parent/legal guardian must be present when the
booking is made; the booking is subject to the minor satisfying our suppliers
conditions of travel (minimum age restrictions do apply and vary by airline);
The parent/guardian will be required, as deemed appropriate by us, to;
(a) sign a booking form, (b) complete a letter of authorisation/consent for
the minor to travel, (c) provide a photocopy of the photo page in the
parent/guardian and minors passport, (d) pay any applicable
charges/costs applied by the airline. For all bookings as described in
Section A and/or Section B above, a contract will exist between you and
us when we issue a confirmation invoice/receipt/e-mail.
C2. Payment terms
If your booking is made more than 10 weeks before the intended
departure date, you must pay either: - (i) the full fare (depending on the
carrier's conditions for the travel arrangements in question), or (ii) a nonrefundable deposit as required by us and/or the supplier of the services for
the arrangements in question, the amount of which will be advised at the
time of booking. You will be advised at the time of booking what payment is
required for your particular arrangements. The balance of the cost of your
travel arrangements must be paid within 10 weeks before the departure
date. If your booking is made within 10 weeks of your intended departure
date, the total cost of your travel arrangements must be paid at the time of
booking. PLEASE NOTE FAILURE TO PAY ON TIME WILL RESULT IN
CANCELLATION. If you are purchasing a travel insurance policy through us,
the premium for this will also be payable at time of booking.
C3. Special requests
If you have a special request for anything that is not automatically part of the
travel arrangements you book through us, please advise us when you book
and we will pass this information on to the companies we work with.
Making a special request does not guarantee that we, or the relevant
supplier, can meet your request. Where possible they will try to help you, but
we cannot guarantee any request unless it is noted on your invoice/receipt
and we also confirm the request separately in writing. We must emphasise
that verbal confirmations of special requests cannot be taken as a guarantee
that they will be met e.g. special meal types on flights.
C4. Insurance
You must take out adequate travel insurance suitable for your needs before
you travel. We cannot be responsible for any costs you incur as a result of
you failing to do so. For your own peace of mind the insurance should
cover you if you have to cancel your arrangements, or for any emergencies
that arise while you are away. Please check your policy when you receive
it and take it with you on your travels. The insurance is covered by a 14 day
cooling off period which applies if you have not travelled or made any
claim under the insurance policy. After this time the insurance policy is nonrefundable, it is your responsibility to check the specific terms of the
insurance policy at the time of purchase.
C5. Excursions
Excursions include, but are not restricted to, any sightseeing trips, gigs,
events or other tours attended in resort for which additional payment is
required. Excursions can either be booked and/or paid for in resort
("Resort Booked Excursions") or pre-booked and paid for when you book
your Holiday ("Pre-booked Excursions"). All excursions are supplied by third
party suppliers and are subject to the clause C8. We accept, subject to
clauses A9 (entitled "Our Liability to You") and C8 entitled "Suppliers'
Conditions"), responsibility for Pre-booked Excursions. However, Resort
Booked Excursions do not form part of your Package and are not governed
by the Package Travel, Package Holiday and Package Tours Regulations
1992. We do not have any responsibility or liability whatsoever for anything
which may go wrong on a Resort Booked Excursion. We, our servants,
employees or agents are acting, depending upon the actual Resort Booked
Excursion, either as agents for the relevant Resort Booked Excursion supplier
or as agent for you. In any event the contract for any Resort Booked
Excursion is between you and the Resort Booked Excursion provider. It is
your responsibility to note carefully any conditions of contract contained in
any Resort Booked Excursion, literature, ticket or receipt you are given. For
Resort Booked Excursions you may be subject to the laws of the country in
which you take your excursion and may be required to bring any disputes or
claims before the Courts of that country also.
C6. Changes you make before travel
If you want to change the arrangements you have booked in any way, we
will try to help you, although we cannot guarantee that we will always be
able to do this as changes are subject to availability at the time and to the
transport providers terms and conditions. Please note that typically changes
to scheduled flight tickets, ferry and Eurostar tickets are very restrictive.
Where we can make a change, we will charge for any additional services,
facilities, or other items changed, at the price which applies on the day the
change is made. In addition, we will also apply charges for each person
on the booking and for each item you want to change as shown in the
table below. Any booking discount you may have received at the time the
original booking was made, may be altered or reduced whenever
changes are made. If you have paid supplements for accommodation and
the number of people in your accommodation changes, you may have to
pay extra and may lose any free or reduced infant and child places or any
free group places. And remember any change to your departure date,
airport, transport, destination, accommodation, or length of holiday has to
apply to all members of your booking.
Notice given more than 70 days
Transport e.g. air, sea, road, rail
Notice given 70 days to 8 days
before departure
Notice 7 days or less before
departure
Cancellation charges see ‘Cancellation By You’
Name Change (See Note 2)
Cancellation charges - see
Cancellation charges ‘Cancellation By You’ £50 charge see ‘Cancellation By You’
£50 for each change
£50 per name change
Accommodation
No charge (See Note 4)
No charge (See Note 4)
Optional Extras (See Note 3)
The greater of £50 or
Loss of Deposit
Date of Travel (See Note 1)
Destination Airport
£50 for each change
Note 1: In all cases a change to the outbound travel date, once confirmed, is regarded as a cancellation and rebooking, not an alteration to the booking.
Note 2: You are not permitted to change all the names on any booking and at least one of the passengers (over 18) on the original booking must remain,
unless you are prevented from travelling for reasons beyond your control and not simply from a change of mind. If the services booked are dependent on
a minimum number of people using the service, we will have to recalculate the total cost if the number of passengers travelling has altered. The cost may
therefore increase but as this is not a cancellation charge, it may not be covered by your insurance.
Note 3: When we refer to 'Optional Extras', we mean anything you choose to add to your booking that is additional to the inclusive transport and
accommodation arrangements you book. For example, car hire, weddings or park tickets. If you cancel any Optional Extras for which there is a cost, we
will apply the charges above. If you cancel any Travel insurance you booked through us your premium will not be refunded, as cover under the policy will
already have begun.
Note 4: No charge will be made for changes to accommodation made during the period stated, with the exception of accommodation booked to coincide
with peak periods or special events or when we negotiate special offer rates with our accommodation providers. Such rates may not allow changes to
accommodation once booked – any such changes will incur up to 100% charges. Where this applies, you will be advised at the time of booking.
C7. Cancellation By You
The lead name on the booking must give notice to cancel in writing either to their travel agent or to the correspondence address as stated on the invoice
and the charges shown below apply from the date we receive the notice at our offices or the travel agent activates the cancellation. In order to cover our
expected losses from the cancellation of the booking there is a set scale of charges which must be paid by you if you or anyone travelling with you
cancels. Note: These cancellation charges apply to all bookings, except in circumstances where a booking includes items or services where our suppliers
own cancellation charges exceed those shown below. In these circumstances any additional cancellation charges will be advised at the time of booking.
Please ensure you are certain of the fees applicable to your booking by asking us before proceeding to book your arrangements.
Time we receive your
notice to cancel
before departure
Cancellation charge
(Package Holidays)
Cancellation charge
(Accommodation Only)
More than 70 days
Loss of deposit
No charge*
70 to 57 days
30% cost of the holiday (or loss of deposit if greater)
No charge*
56 to 29 days
No charge*
28 to 15 days
No charge*
14 to 8 days
100% cost of the holiday
No charge*
7 to 0 days
100% cost of the holiday
100% cost of accommodation
*Accommodation Only: No charge will be made for accommodation cancelled during the period stated, with the exception of accommodation booked
to coincide with peak periods or special events or when we negotiate special offer rates with our accommodation providers. Such rates may be nonrefundable. Where this applies, you will be advised at the time of booking.
Car Rental: There is no charge to change/cancel car hire more than 24 hours before departure. Cancellations 24 hours or less before departure will
incur 100% cancellation charge. If you fail to cancel your reservation prior to the pick-up time and do not collect the vehicle on the pick-up date, or if you
fail to comply with the pick-up terms (please see car suppliers website for full terms and conditions), we reserve the right to make a ‘no-show’ charge of
100% of the total car rental booking value and un-used or part-used car hire rental will be non-refundable.
Other Travel Arrangements: (apart from accommodation only and car hire) If you need to cancel you must contact us. Cancellation charges vary
depending on the services booked and will be higher the later you cancel and will be clearly stated at the time of booking.
C8. Suppliers’ conditions
Our third party suppliers have their own booking conditions and conditions of carriage, and you will be bound by these, so far as the relevant supplier is
concerned. Our suppliers’ conditions will also apply to your contract with us, and in the event of any conflict between the suppliers’ conditions and our
conditions, the suppliers’ conditions will prevail, save to the extent that any term in the suppliers’ conditions is deemed to be invalid or unenforceable, in
which event our conditions will prevail. Some of our Suppliers’ conditions may limit or exclude liability on the part of the relevant supplier, and, by virtue of
their application to your contract with us, may also limit or exclude our liability to you, and they are often subject to international conventions. Where
relevant, copies of such conditions may be available for inspection at the office of the relevant supplier.
service; for the detection and prevention of fraud or other crime (which may
include providing your information to organisations such as Banks and
credit card companies); for compliance with legal requirements (which will
include passing your information to public authorities such as customs and
immigration) and for marketing contact by means of post or telephone to
provide you with offers, products and services from companies within the
Gold Medal Travel Group and carefully selected third parties. If you
purchase travel insurance from us, we will need to pass your personal data
(including sensitive personal data and personal/sensitive data relating to
other members of your travelling party) to the insurance company.
Telephone calls to/from ourselves may be recorded for training and quality
purposes and for preventing/detecting crime. If you have booked with us
via our web site, or if you have chosen for us to contact you by e-mail, we
will communicate with you using the e-mail address you have provided to
supply you with your travel documentation. We are entitled to assume that
the e-mail address you have provided is correct and that you understand
and accept the risks associated with using this form of communication.
Please note that you may still need to contact us by post or via our call
centre as required by our booking conditions. If you wish to make a data
subject access request for a copy of any personal data we hold on you,
please write to: The Company Secretary, Gold Medal Travel Group PLC,
The Trident Centre, Port Way, Ribble Docklands, Preston, PR2 2QG. If you
wish to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us, please
advise one of our sales consultants or make the appropriate opt out
choices on the website when you book.
Booking conditions Las Vegas
Note: Name changes (including initial changes), destination and date changes can be treated by such suppliers as a cancellation and rebooking,
regardless of the period of notice given to us. If the supplier treats the change as a cancellation and rebooking we will pass on to you the cost imposed
by the supplier, which could be up to 100% of the transport element of your booking and you must also pay the charge listed in the table below.
C15. Your Responsibility
We want all our customers to have an enjoyable, carefree Holiday. But
you must remember that you are responsible for your actions and the effect
they may have on others. If we, or another person in authority, believe:
- your actions could upset, annoy or disturb other customers, our suppliers or
our own staff, or put them in any risk or danger, or damage property; or
- you are unfit to travel; we may end your Holiday and terminate your
contract. You and your travelling party will be prevented from using your
booked accommodation, transport, and any other Travel Arrangements
forming part of your booking and we will not be liable for any refund,
compensation or any other costs you have to pay. Alternatively at our
discretion, you may be permitted to continue with your Holiday but may
have additional terms of carriage imposed upon you. See 'In-Flight Safety
in the All You Need To Know/Holiday Information sections of the relevant
brochure and on our websites for further details.
In addition to the above and the effect your actions may have on others,
you must particularly also bear in mind that you are responsible for your
safety, and that you are responsible for the condition of the property you
occupy. We are not responsible for any accidents which occur in or
around swimming pools due to your inappropriate, or irresponsible
behaviour, or for any accidents which occur anywhere on properties
because of glass, china or the like which you have broken and/or have left
in a way in which injury can result. We expect that you will enjoy your
holiday with us. We appreciate that you may well drink alcohol as part of
your enjoyment. You must, however, do so responsibly and we will have no
liability to you for any injury, loss or damage you suffer as a result of your
judgment being impaired wholly or partly by alcohol. We will hold you
and the members of your travelling party jointly and individually liable for
any damage to the accommodation, furniture, apparatus or other materials
located within the accommodation, together with any legal costs we incur
in pursuing a claim. It is your duty to report any breakages, defects or
damage to an appropriate person immediately. If your behaviour or the
behaviour of any members of your travelling party causes any transport
aircraft to be diverted we and/or the carrier will hold you and those
members jointly and individually liable for all costs incurred as a result of
that diversion. We cannot accept liability for the behaviour of others in your
accommodation or flight, or for any facilities/services withdrawn as a result
of their action.
Gold Medal Travel Group PLC, The Trident Centre, Port Way, Ribble
Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2QG, Registered in England number
01376076
Gold Medal - Las Vegas. Published date November 2015. This brochure is
valid 01 January 2016 - 31 March 2017.
C9. Baggage
The amount of compensation you may receive for any loss or damage to luggage is limited in accordance with the conventions listed in the above
section. For claims for missing or damaged baggage you must follow the rules on the back or your ticket or contained within the carrier’s conditions of
carriage. Please note time limits apply within which to notify us or the carrier and make a claim. We will not accept liability for highvalue items which you
should insure for the appropriate amount.
C10. Flight and Other Travel Timings
Flight timings are provided by airlines and are subject to Air Traffic Control restrictions. All means of transportation are subject to weather conditions and
the need for constant maintenance and the ability of passengers to check in on time. There is no guarantee that transport will depart at the times stated on
any itinerary or tickets which you receive. All timings are estimates only, and we do not have any liability to you for any delay, which may arise, or for any
schedule alterations.
C11. Complaints
We aim to provide the best holiday possible. However, if you are not satisfied please complain as soon as possible to the relevant person (for example,
the accommodation management or transport supplier). If they cannot help, you should contact your Travel Agent, who made your booking or contact
Gold Medal using the emergency contact number shown on your travel documentation and we will do everything reasonably possible to sort the
problem out. When you get back home send a letter to our offices in the UK, within 28 days of returning home. If you have special needs that prevent you
from writing to us then, where possible, we will accept details of your complaint over the telephone. For complaints arising from Scheduled airlines, we will
act as a liaison between you and the airline, to try to assist in resolving the problem. If we cannot help and you wish to take matters further, you must
contact the airline directly. The address to send your completed form and covering letter to is: Gold Medal Customer Relations Department, The Trident
Centre, Port Way, Ribble Docklands, Preston, PR2 2QG Email your complaint: [email protected]
We would point out that failure to follow the above procedures during your holiday, and/or failure to complain within 28 days of your return, may reduce
or extinguish any rights you have to claim compensation from us, or from any relevant supplier. Any such rights will be reduced or extinguished if, had you
followed the above procedures during your holiday, you or we could have taken steps to reduce any loss or damage suffered or entirely prevented it from
being suffered. It is difficult and sometimes impossible to properly investigate a complaint if we are not told about it reasonably quickly once the holiday is
over. Your right to claim compensation may also be reduced or extinguished, should any delay in your complaint being notified during or after your
holiday, prevent us from carrying out a proper investigation. We aim to resolve all complaints ourselves, but if this is not possible your complaint can be
considered under a scheme devised by ABTA and administered by CEDR Solve. We will give you details of this scheme if you ask. The scheme does not
apply to claims over £25,000 in total or more than £5,000 a person, or to claims mainly about illness or injury. To take advantage of the scheme you
must contact the CEDR Solve within 18 months of returning from your Holiday.
C12. Travel Documents And Health Advice
It is your responsibility to have valid travel documents. If we or your carrier are fined as a result of you holding incorrect documents, you will have to pay us
the full amount. For up to date UK Government health & travel advice please visit www.fco.gov.uk, www.hpa.org.uk and www.nathnac.org and contact
your GP. See our Holiday Information pages and website for further information.
C13. Information Accuracy
We publish brochure and website information many months in advance and, as far as we know, all information is correct at the time of publication.
However, things may still change after publication and we check regularly to see if we need to update or correct any information or prices. If there are
any significant information changes or we find any mistakes, we will put details on our computer reservation system or website so you will receive the latest
information when you make your booking. Descriptions of accommodation, facilities and services we provide are based on information obtained from our
suppliers. Sometimes the facilities described will be withdrawn for reasons such as maintenance, bad weather or lack of demand from guests. Where our
suppliers advise us about significant changes to descriptions or about the withdrawal of any significant facility, we will tell you as soon as possible. Some
activities or facilities, watersports for example, may not be available all year round. There may be a charge for some facilities, for example, TVs, safety
deposit boxes, sun-loungers, parasols, tennis courts, pool tables and air-conditioning. In some places during high season (and even at other times) there is
a possibility you will be disturbed by noise from less considerate groups, so please bear this in mind when choosing your destination and accommodation.
Any transfer times we quote for travel between airport and resort are approximate and, depending on circumstances, the journey time to your own chosen
property may be longer.
C14. Data Protection
By making a booking with us, you agree we may use and disclose the information you provide for the following purposes: to enable us to process your
booking (which will include passing your information to third party suppliers, such as hoteliers and airlines, and may involve sending your information to
countries that do not have an equal level of privacy legislation to that in the UK); for market research and analysis purposes; for improving customer
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Part of the Gold Medal Travel Group
The Trident Centre
Port Way
Ribble Docklands
Preston
PR2 2QG